TR-143 over Rayse Creek
GoodJefferson County, Illinois · 2.5 MI SW Cravat · Structure no. 041500900000000
- Built
- 1981
- 44 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 27 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 50
- 2021 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
TR-143 over Rayse Creek is a concrete culvert carrying TR-143 over Rayse Creek in Jefferson County, Illinois. It was built in 1981, so it is 44 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 50 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 51 by 2046. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was TR-143 over Rayse Creek built?
It was built in 1981, making it 44 years old in 2025.
What condition is TR-143 over Rayse 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does TR-143 over Rayse Creek carry?
About 50 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is TR-143 over Rayse Creek?
The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (3.9 m).
Who owns TR-143 over Rayse Creek?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.