US Bridges

Il 53 over Lily Cache Creek

Fair

Will County, Illinois · 1 M North of I-55 · Structure no. 099200800000000

Built
1934
91 years old, rebuilt 1979
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
43 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
29,200
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Il 53 over Lily Cache Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Il 53 over Lily Cache Creek in Will County, Illinois. It was built in 1934 and reconstructed in 1979, so it is 91 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 29,200 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 46,512 by 2046. The structure is 43 ft (13 m) long.

Location

Open in Google Maps
CarriesIl 53
CrossesLily Cache Creek
Location1 M North of I-55
RouteState Highway 53
CountyWill County
StateIllinois
Coordinates41.70171, -88.06848
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating52.1 US tons
Inventory rating31.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadUnknown
Structure length43 ft (13 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic29,200 (2023)
Projected traffic46,512 by 2046
Trucks5%
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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$312,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Il 53 over Lily Cache Creek built?

It was built in 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1979.

What condition is Il 53 over Lily Cache 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 Il 53 over Lily Cache Creek carry?

About 29,200 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Il 53 over Lily Cache Creek?

The structure is 43 ft (13 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Il 53 over Lily Cache Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.