I- 55 over Clay Pool Creek
FairWill County, Illinois · 200 Ft S of Il 113 · Structure no. 099200000000000
- Built
- 1956
- 69 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 38 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 31,400
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I- 55 over Clay Pool Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying I- 55 over Clay Pool Creek in Will County, Illinois. It was built in 1956, so it is 69 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 31,400 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 36,144 by 2046. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I- 55 over Clay Pool Creek built?
It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025.
What condition is I- 55 over Clay Pool 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does I- 55 over Clay Pool Creek carry?
About 31,400 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.
How long is I- 55 over Clay Pool Creek?
The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).
Who owns I- 55 over Clay Pool Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.