Black RD over I- 55
FairWill County, Illinois · 1.0 M N of US 52 · Structure no. 099020900000000
- Built
- 1959
- 66 years old, rebuilt 1986
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 207 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 24,900
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Black RD over I- 55 is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Black RD over I- 55 in Will County, Illinois. It was built in 1959 and reconstructed in 1986, so it is 66 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 24,900 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 34,992 by 2046. The structure is 207 ft (63.1 m) long and 55 ft wide.
Location
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Black RD over I- 55 built?
It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1986.
What condition is Black RD 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 Black RD over I- 55 carry?
About 24,900 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is Black RD over I- 55?
The structure is 207 ft (63.1 m) long with a longest span of 56 ft (17.2 m) and a deck 55 ft wide.
Who owns Black RD over I- 55?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.