US Bridges

TR 196-D over FAI 80

Fair

Henry County, Illinois · .34 MI E Geneseo · Structure no. 037011200000000

Built
1961
64 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
281 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
275
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

TR 196-D over FAI 80 is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying TR 196-D over FAI 80 in Henry County, Illinois. It was built in 1961, so it is 64 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 6 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 275 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 297 by 2046. The structure is 281 ft (85.6 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 49.7 mi (80 km).

Location

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CarriesTR 196-D
CrossesFAI 80
Location.34 MI E Geneseo
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyHenry County
StateIllinois
Coordinates41.42261, -90.14432
Functional classRural 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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating49.6 US tons
Inventory rating25.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 15
Structure length281 ft (85.6 m)
Longest span85 ft (25.9 m)
Deck width30 ft (9.1 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic275 (2020)
Projected traffic297 by 2046
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed49.7 mi (80 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$200,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was TR 196-D over FAI 80 built?

It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.

What condition is TR 196-D over FAI 80 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 2023.

How much traffic does TR 196-D over FAI 80 carry?

About 275 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is TR 196-D over FAI 80?

The structure is 281 ft (85.6 m) long with a longest span of 85 ft (25.9 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.

Who owns TR 196-D over FAI 80?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.