West Main Road over Yellow Creek
GoodStephenson County, Illinois · 4.5 MI W of Lena · Structure no. 089509300000000
- Built
- 1988
- 37 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 75
- 2020 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
West Main Road over Yellow Creek is a concrete culvert carrying West Main Road over Yellow Creek in Stephenson County, Illinois. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 years old, younger than the Illinois average of 45.3 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 75 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 76 by 2046. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was West Main Road over Yellow Creek built?
It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.
What condition is West Main Road over Yellow Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in November 2023.
How much traffic does West Main Road over Yellow Creek carry?
About 75 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is West Main Road over Yellow Creek?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns West Main Road over Yellow Creek?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.