TR 61 a over Salt Fork
PoorEdgar County, Illinois · 1 MI NE Scottland · Structure no. 023490500000000
- Built
- 1931
- 94 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 39 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 150
- 2019 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
TR 61 a over Salt Fork is a concrete culvert carrying TR 61 a over Salt Fork in Edgar County, Illinois. It was built in 1931, so it is 94 years old, older than the Illinois average of 45.3 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 150 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 152 by 2046. The structure is 39 ft (12 m) long.
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was TR 61 a over Salt Fork built?
It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025.
What condition is TR 61 a over Salt Fork in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in September 2024.
How much traffic does TR 61 a over Salt Fork carry?
About 150 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is TR 61 a over Salt Fork?
The structure is 39 ft (12 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns TR 61 a over Salt Fork?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.