US Bridges

Ch 17 over Edwards R. Trib.

Poor

Henry County, Illinois · 2 Mi. E. Ophiem · Structure no. 037500100000000

Built
1949
76 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
26 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
275
2020 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ch 17 over Edwards R. Trib. is a concrete culvert carrying Ch 17 over Edwards R. Trib. in Henry County, Illinois. It was built in 1949, so it is 76 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.

It carries about 275 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 297 by 2046. The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).

Location

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CarriesCh 17
CrossesEdwards R. Trib.
Location2 Mi. E. Ophiem
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyHenry County
StateIllinois
Coordinates41.25184, -90.33682
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Poor

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.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating41.8 US tons
Inventory rating25 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length26 ft (7.8 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic275 (2020)
Projected traffic297 by 2046
Trucks20%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed14.9 mi (24 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$66,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Ch 17 over Edwards R. Trib. built?

It was built in 1949, making it 76 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ch 17 over Edwards R. Trib. 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does Ch 17 over Edwards R. Trib. carry?

About 275 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.

How long is Ch 17 over Edwards R. Trib.?

The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns Ch 17 over Edwards R. Trib.?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.