US 52 over I- 55
FairWill County, Illinois · 2.4 M N of I-80 · Structure no. 099013900000000
- Built
- 1956
- 69 years old, rebuilt 1994
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 220 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 20,000
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 52 over I- 55 is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 52 over I- 55 in Will County, Illinois. It was built in 1956 and reconstructed in 1994, 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 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 20,000 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 36,144 by 2046. The structure is 220 ft (67.2 m) long and 71 ft wide.
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 52 over I- 55 built?
It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1994.
What condition is US 52 over I- 55 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 December 2024.
How much traffic does US 52 over I- 55 carry?
About 20,000 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is US 52 over I- 55?
The structure is 220 ft (67.2 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 71 ft wide.
Who owns US 52 over I- 55?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.