US Bridges

TR 222 Thorpe RD over I-88

Fair

Lee County, Illinois · 4 MI SW of Rochelle · Structure no. 052993800000000

Built
1974
51 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
226 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
50
2017 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

TR 222 Thorpe RD over I-88 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying TR 222 Thorpe RD over I-88 in Lee County, Illinois. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 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 226 ft (68.9 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesTR 222 Thorpe RD
CrossesI-88
Location4 MI SW of Rochelle
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyLee County
StateIllinois
Coordinates41.88161, -89.13139
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating75.7 US tons
Inventory rating45.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length226 ft (68.9 m)
Longest span82 ft (25 m)
Deck width30 ft (9.1 m)
Roadway width27 ft (8.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic50 (2017)
Projected traffic51 by 2046
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Toll Authority
Maintained byState Toll Authority
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was TR 222 Thorpe RD over I-88 built?

It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.

What condition is TR 222 Thorpe RD over I-88 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does TR 222 Thorpe RD over I-88 carry?

About 50 vehicles per day (2017 count).

How long is TR 222 Thorpe RD over I-88?

The structure is 226 ft (68.9 m) long with a longest span of 82 ft (25 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.

Who owns TR 222 Thorpe RD over I-88?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.