Western Ave. over Deer Creek
GoodWill County, Illinois · 645 Ft N of Exchange · Structure no. 099340100000000
- Built
- 1982
- 43 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 29 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 11,500
- 2023 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Western Ave. over Deer Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Western Ave. over Deer Creek in Will County, Illinois. It was built in 1982, so it is 43 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 11,500 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,384 by 2046. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Western Ave. over Deer Creek built?
It was built in 1982, making it 43 years old in 2025.
What condition is Western Ave. over Deer 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does Western Ave. over Deer Creek carry?
About 11,500 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is Western Ave. over Deer Creek?
The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).
Who owns Western Ave. over Deer Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.