TR 256 over Gay Creek
GoodIroquois County, Illinois · 3.5S 2.0W of Milford · Structure no. 038474500000000
- Built
- 1984
- 41 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2022
- Type
- Channel Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 92 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 10
- 2022 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
TR 256 over Gay Creek is a concrete channel beam carrying TR 256 over Gay Creek in Iroquois County, Illinois. It was built in 1984, so it is 41 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 10 vehicles a day, projected to reach 10 by 2046. The structure is 92 ft (28 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was TR 256 over Gay Creek built?
It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.
What condition is TR 256 over Gay 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 August 2022.
How much traffic does TR 256 over Gay Creek carry?
About 10 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is TR 256 over Gay Creek?
The structure is 92 ft (28 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.
Who owns TR 256 over Gay Creek?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.