US Bridges

TR 237 over Stream

Fair

Edgar County, Illinois · 1.8 MI W Vermilion · Structure no. 023520100000000

Built
1900
125 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
24 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
350
2019 count
Owner
Town / Township
Town or Township Highway Agency

About this bridge

TR 237 over Stream is a steel culvert carrying TR 237 over Stream in Edgar County, Illinois. It was built in 1900, so it is 125 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 5 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 350 vehicles a day, projected to reach 354 by 2046. The structure is 24 ft (7.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

Location

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CarriesTR 237
CrossesStream
Location1.8 MI W Vermilion
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyEdgar County
StateIllinois
Coordinates39.57819, -87.6255
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Operating rating44.6 US tons
Inventory rating26.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length24 ft (7.2 m)
Longest span22 ft (6.6 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic350 (2019)
Projected traffic354 by 2046
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.7 mi (14 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerTown or Township Highway Agency
Maintained byTown or Township Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$65,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was TR 237 over Stream built?

It was built in 1900, making it 125 years old in 2025.

What condition is TR 237 over Stream 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 237 over Stream carry?

About 350 vehicles per day (2019 count).

How long is TR 237 over Stream?

The structure is 24 ft (7.2 m) long with a longest span of 22 ft (6.6 m).

Who owns TR 237 over Stream?

It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.