W. Stephenson St. over Br of Yellow Creek
FairStephenson County, Illinois · 5.0 MI W of Freeport · Structure no. 089503000000000
- Built
- 1969
- 56 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 75
- 2024 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
W. Stephenson St. over Br of Yellow Creek is a concrete culvert carrying W. Stephenson St. over Br of Yellow Creek in Stephenson County, Illinois. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 years old, older than the Illinois average of 45.3 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 75 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 126 by 2046. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was W. Stephenson St. over Br of Yellow Creek built?
It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.
What condition is W. Stephenson St. over Br of Yellow Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in September 2023.
How much traffic does W. Stephenson St. over Br of Yellow Creek carry?
About 75 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is W. Stephenson St. over Br of Yellow Creek?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns W. Stephenson St. over Br of Yellow Creek?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.