Ill 143 over Locust Fork
FairBond County, Illinois · Pierron · Structure no. 003201000000000
- Built
- 1926
- 99 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,200
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ill 143 over Locust Fork is a concrete culvert carrying Ill 143 over Locust Fork in Bond County, Illinois. It was built in 1926, so it is 99 years old, older 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 5 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 2,200 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,323 by 2046. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 18 mi (29 km).
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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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
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Frequently asked questions
When was Ill 143 over Locust Fork built?
It was built in 1926, making it 99 years old in 2025.
What condition is Ill 143 over Locust Fork 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does Ill 143 over Locust Fork carry?
About 2,200 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is Ill 143 over Locust Fork?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Ill 143 over Locust Fork?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.