US 45 over Hickory Creek
GoodWill County, Illinois · 50 Ft N US-30 · Structure no. 099462600000000
- Built
- 1999
- 26 years old, rebuilt 2011
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 41 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 33,700
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 45 over Hickory Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 45 over Hickory Creek in Will County, Illinois. It was built in 1999 and reconstructed in 2011, so it is 26 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 33,700 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 48,960 by 2046. The structure is 41 ft (12.6 m) long.
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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 45 over Hickory Creek built?
It was built in 1999, making it 26 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2011.
What condition is US 45 over Hickory 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 2023.
How much traffic does US 45 over Hickory Creek carry?
About 33,700 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is US 45 over Hickory Creek?
The structure is 41 ft (12.6 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).
Who owns US 45 over Hickory Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.