US Bridges

Twp RD 111 over Drainage Ditch

Good

Johnson County, Illinois · SW1/4 SEC14 T12S R2E · Structure no. 044500000000000

Built
1977
48 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2025
Type
Culvert
Aluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
Length
35 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
225
2021 count
Owner
Town / Township
Town or Township Highway Agency

About this bridge

Twp RD 111 over Drainage Ditch is a aluminum, wrought iron, or cast iron culvert carrying Twp RD 111 over Drainage Ditch in Johnson County, Illinois. It was built in 1977, so it is 48 years old, older 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 225 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 236 by 2046. The structure is 35 ft (10.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

CarriesTwp RD 111
CrossesDrainage Ditch
LocationSW1/4 SEC14 T12S R2E
RouteCounty Highway 0
Coordinates37.47128, -88.95062
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44.6 US tons
Inventory rating26.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialAluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length35 ft (10.8 m)
Longest span17 ft (5.2 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic225 (2021)
Projected traffic236 by 2046
Trucks18%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerTown or Township Highway Agency
Maintained byTown or Township Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Twp RD 111 over Drainage Ditch built?

It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025.

What condition is Twp RD 111 over Drainage Ditch 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 February 2025.

How much traffic does Twp RD 111 over Drainage Ditch carry?

About 225 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.

How long is Twp RD 111 over Drainage Ditch?

The structure is 35 ft (10.8 m) long with a longest span of 17 ft (5.2 m).

Who owns Twp RD 111 over Drainage Ditch?

It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.