Spring Valley Road over Branch Otter Creek
FairWhiteside County, Illinois · 6 MI NE of Fulton · Structure no. 098304200000000
- Built
- 1963
- 62 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 39 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 175
- 2021 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Spring Valley Road over Branch Otter Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Spring Valley Road over Branch Otter Creek in Whiteside County, Illinois. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 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 175 vehicles a day, roughly 33% of them trucks, projected to reach 177 by 2046. The structure is 39 ft (12 m) long and 54 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).
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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 | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Spring Valley Road over Branch Otter Creek built?
It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.
What condition is Spring Valley Road over Branch Otter 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 2024.
How much traffic does Spring Valley Road over Branch Otter Creek carry?
About 175 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 33% are trucks.
How long is Spring Valley Road over Branch Otter Creek?
The structure is 39 ft (12 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m) and a deck 54 ft wide.
Who owns Spring Valley Road over Branch Otter Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.