TR 272 over Richland Creek
GoodFayette County, Illinois · 3 MI E Shobonier · Structure no. 026502300000000
- Built
- 2004
- 21 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 38 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 50
- 2023 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
TR 272 over Richland Creek is a steel culvert carrying TR 272 over Richland Creek in Fayette County, Illinois. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 years old, younger 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, roughly 38% of them trucks, projected to reach 77 by 2046. The structure is 38 ft (11.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was TR 272 over Richland Creek built?
It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.
What condition is TR 272 over Richland Creek 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 272 over Richland Creek carry?
About 50 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 38% are trucks.
How long is TR 272 over Richland Creek?
The structure is 38 ft (11.7 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.5 m).
Who owns TR 272 over Richland Creek?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.