Willow Creek RD over Br. of Elkhorn Crk
GoodWhiteside County, Illinois · 4 MI N. of Sterling · Structure no. 098555800000000
- Built
- 2004
- 21 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2021
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 50
- 2021 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
Willow Creek RD over Br. of Elkhorn Crk is a concrete culvert carrying Willow Creek RD over Br. of Elkhorn Crk in Whiteside County, Illinois. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 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 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 50 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 51 by 2046. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Willow Creek RD over Br. of Elkhorn Crk built?
It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.
What condition is Willow Creek RD over Br. of Elkhorn Crk 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 2021.
How much traffic does Willow Creek RD over Br. of Elkhorn Crk carry?
About 50 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is Willow Creek RD over Br. of Elkhorn Crk?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns Willow Creek RD over Br. of Elkhorn Crk?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.