US Bridges

US 52 over N Br Jackson Creek

Fair

Will County, Illinois · 4 M SE of Il 53 · Structure no. 099012900000000

Built
1927
98 years old, rebuilt 1980
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2023
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
44 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
9,150
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 52 over N Br Jackson Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying US 52 over N Br Jackson Creek in Will County, Illinois. It was built in 1927 and reconstructed in 1980, so it is 98 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 5 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 9,150 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,168 by 2046. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long and 45 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesUS 52
CrossesN Br Jackson Creek
Location4 M SE of Il 53
RouteU.S. Route 52
CountyWill County
StateIllinois
Coordinates41.46806, -88.01596
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating56.1 US tons
Inventory rating33.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length44 ft (13.4 m)
Longest span21 ft (6.5 m)
Deck width45 ft (13.6 m)
Roadway width43 ft (13 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,150 (2023)
Projected traffic12,168 by 2046
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$209,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 52 over N Br Jackson Creek built?

It was built in 1927, making it 98 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1980.

What condition is US 52 over N Br Jackson 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does US 52 over N Br Jackson Creek carry?

About 9,150 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is US 52 over N Br Jackson Creek?

The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 21 ft (6.5 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.

Who owns US 52 over N Br Jackson Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.