US Bridges

Jackson Branch Dri over Jackson CR

Good

Will County, Illinois · 0.2M S of Laraway RD · Structure no. 099670200000000

Built
1977
48 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
23 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,350
2023 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Jackson Branch Dri over Jackson CR is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Jackson Branch Dri over Jackson CR in Will County, Illinois. It was built in 1977, so it is 48 years old, older 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 1,350 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,520 by 2046. The structure is 23 ft (6.9 m) long.

CarriesJackson Branch Dri
CrossesJackson CR
Location0.2M S of Laraway RD
RouteCity Street 0
Coordinates41.47906, -87.99533
Functional classUrban Local

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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating41.8 US tons
Inventory rating25 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length23 ft (6.9 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 traffic1,350 (2023)
Projected traffic2,520 by 2046
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal 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 Jackson Branch Dri over Jackson CR built?

It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025.

What condition is Jackson Branch Dri over Jackson CR 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does Jackson Branch Dri over Jackson CR carry?

About 1,350 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is Jackson Branch Dri over Jackson CR?

The structure is 23 ft (6.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Jackson Branch Dri over Jackson CR?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.