TR 281 over East Lake Fork Ditch
GoodChampaign County, Illinois · 1.5 MI E Ivesdale · Structure no. 010408800000000
- Built
- 1972
- 53 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Channel Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 72 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 50
- 2021 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
TR 281 over East Lake Fork Ditch is a concrete channel beam carrying TR 281 over East Lake Fork Ditch in Champaign County, Illinois. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 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 50 vehicles a day, projected to reach 51 by 2046. The structure is 72 ft (21.9 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was TR 281 over East Lake Fork Ditch built?
It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.
What condition is TR 281 over East Lake Fork Ditch 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 January 2024.
How much traffic does TR 281 over East Lake Fork Ditch carry?
About 50 vehicles per day (2021 count).
How long is TR 281 over East Lake Fork Ditch?
The structure is 72 ft (21.9 m) long with a longest span of 35 ft (10.7 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.
Who owns TR 281 over East Lake Fork Ditch?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.