Il 72 over Black Walnut Creek

Fair Condition32 years old3,350 vehicles/day

Location

StateIllinois
CountyOgle
Location2 Mi. E. Of Byron
CarriesIl 72
CrossesBlack Walnut Creek
Coordinates42.11225, -89.21445

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure8 (Very Good)
Substructure8 (Very Good)
Channel/Waterway8 (Very Good)
Scour Critical5 — Stable for scour

Physical Characteristics

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length81.0 ft (24.7 m)
Max Span78.4 ft (23.9 m)
Deck Width35.1 ft (10.7 m)
Deck Area264.3 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1994

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic3,350 (2023)
Truck Traffic7%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection323
Inspection FrequencyEvery 48 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number071008400000000

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