Thorpe RD over Drainage Ditch
GoodLee County, Illinois · 3.0 MI S Reynolds RD · Structure no. 052582000000000
- Built
- 1901
- 124 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 27 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 25
- 2017 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
Thorpe RD over Drainage Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying Thorpe RD over Drainage Ditch in Lee County, Illinois. It was built in 1901, 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 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 25 vehicles a day, projected to reach 25 by 2046. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 Thorpe RD over Drainage Ditch built?
It was built in 1901, making it 124 years old in 2025.
What condition is Thorpe RD 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 2024.
How much traffic does Thorpe RD over Drainage Ditch carry?
About 25 vehicles per day (2017 count).
How long is Thorpe RD over Drainage Ditch?
The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns Thorpe RD over Drainage Ditch?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.