TR 297 over Br of Edwards River
PoorPosted for loadHenry County, Illinois · 6.0 MI SE Cambridge · Structure no. 037315100000000
- Built
- 1960
- 65 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Box Beam or Girders - Multiple
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 95 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 50
- 2015 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
TR 297 over Br of Edwards River is a prestressed concrete box beam or girders - multiple carrying TR 297 over Br of Edwards River in Henry County, Illinois. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 years old, older than the Illinois average of 45.3 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 50 vehicles a day, projected to reach 54 by 2046. The structure is 95 ft (29 m) long and 21 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was TR 297 over Br of Edwards River built?
It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.
What condition is TR 297 over Br of Edwards River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in May 2023.
How much traffic does TR 297 over Br of Edwards River carry?
About 50 vehicles per day (2015 count).
How long is TR 297 over Br of Edwards River?
The structure is 95 ft (29 m) long with a longest span of 35 ft (10.7 m) and a deck 21 ft wide.
Who owns TR 297 over Br of Edwards River?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.