US Bridges

Il 7 53 over Rock Run Creek Trib

Good

Will County, Illinois · 0.72 M N of Il 7 · Structure no. 099026600000000

Built
1984
41 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
42 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
17,200
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Il 7 53 over Rock Run Creek Trib is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Il 7 53 over Rock Run Creek Trib in Will County, Illinois. It was built in 1984, so it is 41 years old, younger than the Illinois average of 45.3 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 17,200 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 24,912 by 2046. The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long.

CarriesIl 7 53
CrossesRock Run Creek Trib
Location0.72 M N of Il 7
RouteState Highway 7
Coordinates41.56301, -88.0883
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60.7 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length42 ft (12.8 m)
Longest span13 ft (4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic17,200 (2023)
Projected traffic24,912 by 2046
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Il 7 53 over Rock Run Creek Trib built?

It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.

What condition is Il 7 53 over Rock Run Creek Trib in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in June 2024.

How much traffic does Il 7 53 over Rock Run Creek Trib carry?

About 17,200 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is Il 7 53 over Rock Run Creek Trib?

The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4 m).

Who owns Il 7 53 over Rock Run Creek Trib?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.