Il 126 NB over I- 55
PoorWill County, Illinois · 3.8 M N of US 30 · Structure no. 099003100000000
- Built
- 1956
- 69 years old, rebuilt 1992
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected January 2025
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 309 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,200
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Il 126 NB over I- 55 is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Il 126 NB over I- 55 in Will County, Illinois. It was built in 1956 and reconstructed in 1992, so it is 69 years old, older than the Illinois average of 45.3 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 9,200 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,816 by 2046. The structure is 309 ft (94.3 m) long and 32 ft wide.
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
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Frequently asked questions
When was Il 126 NB over I- 55 built?
It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1992.
What condition is Il 126 NB over I- 55 in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in January 2025.
How much traffic does Il 126 NB over I- 55 carry?
About 9,200 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Il 126 NB over I- 55?
The structure is 309 ft (94.3 m) long with a longest span of 87 ft (26.5 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns Il 126 NB over I- 55?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.