TR 49 over I-57
FairDouglas County, Illinois · 1 MI N of US 36 · Structure no. 021004400000000
- Built
- 1969
- 56 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 222 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 250
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
TR 49 over I-57 is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying TR 49 over I-57 in Douglas County, Illinois. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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 250 vehicles a day, projected to reach 455 by 2046. The structure is 222 ft (67.6 m) long and 32 ft wide.
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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 49 over I-57 built?
It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.
What condition is TR 49 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 2023.
How much traffic does TR 49 over I-57 carry?
About 250 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is TR 49 over I-57?
The structure is 222 ft (67.6 m) long with a longest span of 67 ft (20.5 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns TR 49 over I-57?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.