US Bridges

Cypress RD - TR 11 over Copperas CR

Fair

Fulton County, Illinois · E-13-T7NR4 · Structure no. 029407400000000

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
55 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
175
2020 count
Owner
Town / Township
Town or Township Highway Agency

About this bridge

Cypress RD - TR 11 over Copperas CR is a concrete culvert carrying Cypress RD - TR 11 over Copperas CR in Fulton County, Illinois. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 175 vehicles a day, roughly 29% of them trucks, projected to reach 177 by 2046. The structure is 55 ft (16.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesCypress RD - TR 11
CrossesCopperas CR
LocationE-13-T7NR4
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyFulton County
StateIllinois
Coordinates40.58984, -89.99146
Functional classUrban Local

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 protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
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 alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44.6 US tons
Inventory rating26.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length55 ft (16.7 m)
Longest span26 ft (7.9 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic175 (2020)
Projected traffic177 by 2046
Trucks29%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Cypress RD - TR 11 over Copperas CR built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.

What condition is Cypress RD - TR 11 over Copperas CR 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 Cypress RD - TR 11 over Copperas CR carry?

About 175 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 29% are trucks.

How long is Cypress RD - TR 11 over Copperas CR?

The structure is 55 ft (16.7 m) long with a longest span of 26 ft (7.9 m).

Who owns Cypress RD - TR 11 over Copperas CR?

It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.