Il 53 SB over Jackson Creek
GoodWill County, Illinois · 5.5 M S of I-80 · Structure no. 099008600000000
- Built
- 1942
- 83 years old, rebuilt 1989
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 98 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 15,800
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Il 53 SB over Jackson Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Il 53 SB over Jackson Creek in Will County, Illinois. It was built in 1942 and reconstructed in 1989, so it is 83 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 15,800 vehicles a day, roughly 22% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,584 by 2046. The structure is 98 ft (30 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Il 53 SB over Jackson Creek built?
It was built in 1942, making it 83 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1989.
What condition is Il 53 SB over Jackson Creek 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does Il 53 SB over Jackson Creek carry?
About 15,800 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 22% are trucks.
How long is Il 53 SB over Jackson Creek?
The structure is 98 ft (30 m) long with a longest span of 46 ft (14 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns Il 53 SB over Jackson Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.