I-88 over Ditch
GoodWhiteside County, Illinois · 2.5 MI W Erie · Structure no. 098201000000000
- Built
- 1975
- 50 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 44 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 12,500
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I-88 over Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying I-88 over Ditch in Whiteside County, Illinois. It was built in 1975, so it is 50 years old, older 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 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 12,500 vehicles a day, roughly 33% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,241 by 2046. The structure is 44 ft (13.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I-88 over Ditch built?
It was built in 1975, making it 50 years old in 2025.
What condition is I-88 over Ditch 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does I-88 over Ditch carry?
About 12,500 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 33% are trucks.
How long is I-88 over Ditch?
The structure is 44 ft (13.3 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).
Who owns I-88 over Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.