US 45 over Forked Creek
FairWill County, Illinois · 2.1 S Manh-Monee RD · Structure no. 099024300000000
- Built
- 1976
- 49 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 95 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,200
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 45 over Forked Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying US 45 over Forked Creek in Will County, Illinois. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 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 6 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 4,200 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,272 by 2046. The structure is 95 ft (29 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 45 over Forked Creek built?
It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 45 over Forked 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does US 45 over Forked Creek carry?
About 4,200 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is US 45 over Forked Creek?
The structure is 95 ft (29 m) long with a longest span of 35 ft (10.8 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns US 45 over Forked Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.