Thorpe RD over Trib Beech CR
FairLee County, Illinois · 0.3 MI S Ogle CO L · Structure no. 052573000000000
- Built
- 1901
- 124 years old, rebuilt 1932
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 27 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 50
- 2017 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
Thorpe RD over Trib Beech CR is a concrete culvert carrying Thorpe RD over Trib Beech CR in Lee County, Illinois. It was built in 1901 and reconstructed in 1932, so it is 124 years old, older than the Illinois average of 45.3 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 50 vehicles a day, 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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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Thorpe RD over Trib Beech CR built?
It was built in 1901, making it 124 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1932.
What condition is Thorpe RD over Trib Beech CR in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in February 2024.
How much traffic does Thorpe RD over Trib Beech CR carry?
About 50 vehicles per day (2017 count).
How long is Thorpe RD over Trib Beech CR?
The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns Thorpe RD over Trib Beech CR?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.