TR-69 over Birch Crek
GoodLawrence County, Illinois · 4 MI W Pinkstaff · Structure no. 051500800000000
- Built
- 1985
- 40 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2022
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 36 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 35
- 2022 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
TR-69 over Birch Crek is a concrete culvert carrying TR-69 over Birch Crek in Lawrence County, Illinois. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 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 35 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 51 by 2046. The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was TR-69 over Birch Crek built?
It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.
What condition is TR-69 over Birch Crek 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 January 2022.
How much traffic does TR-69 over Birch Crek carry?
About 35 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is TR-69 over Birch Crek?
The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long with a longest span of 17 ft (5.2 m).
Who owns TR-69 over Birch Crek?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.