Penrose RD over Jordan Creek
FairWhiteside County, Illinois · 6 MI N of Sterling · Structure no. 098471900000000
- Built
- 1983
- 42 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 33 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 175
- 2021 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
Penrose RD over Jordan Creek is a steel culvert carrying Penrose RD over Jordan Creek in Whiteside County, Illinois. It was built in 1983, so it is 42 years old, younger 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 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 126 by 2046. The structure is 33 ft (10 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 Penrose RD over Jordan Creek built?
It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.
What condition is Penrose RD over Jordan 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 Penrose RD over Jordan Creek carry?
About 175 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is Penrose RD over Jordan Creek?
The structure is 33 ft (10 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.5 m).
Who owns Penrose RD over Jordan Creek?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.