TR 27 over I-57
FairCumberland County, Illinois · 1 MI S Coles CO Line · Structure no. 018003300000000
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 237 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 50
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
TR 27 over I-57 is a concrete tee beam carrying TR 27 over I-57 in Cumberland County, Illinois. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 50 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 52 by 2046. The structure is 237 ft (72.2 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was TR 27 over I-57 built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.
What condition is TR 27 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does TR 27 over I-57 carry?
About 50 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is TR 27 over I-57?
The structure is 237 ft (72.2 m) long with a longest span of 72 ft (21.9 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.
Who owns TR 27 over I-57?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.