TR 251 over I-57
FairChampaign County, Illinois · NW of Tolono · Structure no. 010017900000000
- Built
- 1963
- 62 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 222 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 100
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
TR 251 over I-57 is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying TR 251 over I-57 in Champaign County, Illinois. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 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 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 100 vehicles a day, projected to reach 101 by 2046. The structure is 222 ft (67.7 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was TR 251 over I-57 built?
It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.
What condition is TR 251 over I-57 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does TR 251 over I-57 carry?
About 100 vehicles per day (2021 count).
How long is TR 251 over I-57?
The structure is 222 ft (67.7 m) long with a longest span of 67 ft (20.5 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.
Who owns TR 251 over I-57?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.