River Road over Hammel Creek
FairWill County, Illinois · N. of Int W/ US52 · Structure no. 099600100000000
- Built
- 2004
- 21 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 24 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 10,700
- 2023 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
River Road over Hammel Creek is a concrete culvert carrying River Road over Hammel Creek in Will County, Illinois. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 years old, younger 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 10,700 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,392 by 2046. The structure is 24 ft (7.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was River Road over Hammel Creek built?
It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.
What condition is River Road over Hammel 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does River Road over Hammel Creek carry?
About 10,700 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is River Road over Hammel Creek?
The structure is 24 ft (7.2 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.5 m).
Who owns River Road over Hammel Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.