Il 59 over Du Page River
FairWill County, Illinois · 0.1 M S US 52 · Structure no. 099028400000000
- Built
- 1991
- 34 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 242 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 19,300
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Il 59 over Du Page River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Il 59 over Du Page River in Will County, Illinois. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 years old, younger 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 19,300 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 29,664 by 2046. The structure is 242 ft (73.8 m) long and 75 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Il 59 over Du Page River built?
It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.
What condition is Il 59 over Du Page River 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 2024.
How much traffic does Il 59 over Du Page River carry?
About 19,300 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is Il 59 over Du Page River?
The structure is 242 ft (73.8 m) long with a longest span of 59 ft (18.1 m) and a deck 75 ft wide.
Who owns Il 59 over Du Page River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.