US Bridges

W. Winnesheik Road over Br. Pecatonica River

Good

Stephenson County, Illinois · 1.35 Mi. W. of Il 26 · Structure no. 089510300000000

Built
1991
34 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
225
2024 count
Owner
Town / Township
Town or Township Highway Agency

About this bridge

W. Winnesheik Road over Br. Pecatonica River is a concrete culvert carrying W. Winnesheik Road over Br. Pecatonica River in Stephenson County, Illinois. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 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 225 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 177 by 2046. The structure is 22 ft (6.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesW. Winnesheik Road
CrossesBr. Pecatonica River
Location1.35 Mi. W. of Il 26
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyStephenson County
StateIllinois
Coordinates42.34479, -89.65751
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionDecember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating48.9 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length22 ft (6.6 m)
Longest span10 ft (3.2 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic225 (2024)
Projected traffic177 by 2046
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerTown or Township Highway Agency
Maintained byTown or Township Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was W. Winnesheik Road over Br. Pecatonica River built?

It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.

What condition is W. Winnesheik Road over Br. Pecatonica River 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 December 2023.

How much traffic does W. Winnesheik Road over Br. Pecatonica River carry?

About 225 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is W. Winnesheik Road over Br. Pecatonica River?

The structure is 22 ft (6.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3.2 m).

Who owns W. Winnesheik Road over Br. Pecatonica River?

It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.