Center ST over US 52
PoorWill County, Illinois · US 52 West of US 6 · Structure no. 099018600000000
- Built
- 1965
- 60 years old, rebuilt 1967
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 245 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,850
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Center ST over US 52 is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Center ST over US 52 in Will County, Illinois. It was built in 1965 and reconstructed in 1967, so it is 60 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 2 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 7,850 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,752 by 2046. The structure is 245 ft (74.6 m) long and 64 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 | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 2 Critical | Advanced deterioration of primary structural elements. Bridge may be closed until corrective action is taken. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Center ST over US 52 built?
It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1967.
What condition is Center ST over US 52 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does Center ST over US 52 carry?
About 7,850 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is Center ST over US 52?
The structure is 245 ft (74.6 m) long with a longest span of 112 ft (34.2 m) and a deck 64 ft wide.
Who owns Center ST over US 52?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.