US Bridges

Ch 17 E Frontage R over N Branch Grant Creek

Good

Will County, Illinois · 0.7 MI N Blodgett RD · Structure no. 099302400000000

Built
2016
9 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
28 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
12,300
2023 count
Owner
Town / Township
Town or Township Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ch 17 E Frontage R over N Branch Grant Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Ch 17 E Frontage R over N Branch Grant Creek in Will County, Illinois. It was built in 2016, so it is 9 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 12,300 vehicles a day, roughly 52% of them trucks, projected to reach 22,608 by 2046. The structure is 28 ft (8.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesCh 17 E Frontage R
CrossesN Branch Grant Creek
Location0.7 MI N Blodgett RD
Coordinates41.38767, -88.19234
Functional classUrban Collector

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 protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating46.4 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length28 ft (8.6 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.2 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic12,300 (2023)
Projected traffic22,608 by 2046
Trucks52%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerTown or Township Highway Agency
Maintained byTown or Township 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 Ch 17 E Frontage R over N Branch Grant Creek built?

It was built in 2016, making it 9 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ch 17 E Frontage R over N Branch Grant Creek 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does Ch 17 E Frontage R over N Branch Grant Creek carry?

About 12,300 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 52% are trucks.

How long is Ch 17 E Frontage R over N Branch Grant Creek?

The structure is 28 ft (8.6 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.2 m).

Who owns Ch 17 E Frontage R over N Branch Grant Creek?

It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.