TR 261 over N Fork Bear Creek
GoodHancock County, Illinois · 1.0 MI NW Basco · Structure no. 034371700000000
- Built
- 1986
- 39 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2022
- Type
- Channel Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 80 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 75
- 2023 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
TR 261 over N Fork Bear Creek is a concrete channel beam carrying TR 261 over N Fork Bear Creek in Hancock County, Illinois. It was built in 1986, so it is 39 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 75 vehicles a day, projected to reach 76 by 2046. The structure is 80 ft (24.4 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was TR 261 over N Fork Bear Creek built?
It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.
What condition is TR 261 over N Fork Bear 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 March 2022.
How much traffic does TR 261 over N Fork Bear Creek carry?
About 75 vehicles per day (2023 count).
How long is TR 261 over N Fork Bear Creek?
The structure is 80 ft (24.4 m) long with a longest span of 36 ft (11 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.
Who owns TR 261 over N Fork Bear Creek?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.