Ch 17 over Carter CR
FairMcDonough County, Illinois · SW-18-T4NR1W · Structure no. 055304200000000
- Built
- 1955
- 70 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 25 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 50
- 2021 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ch 17 over Carter CR is a concrete culvert carrying Ch 17 over Carter CR in McDonough County, Illinois. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 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, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 51 by 2046. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
Open in Google MapsCondition and inspection
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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Ch 17 over Carter CR built?
It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.
What condition is Ch 17 over Carter 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 January 2024.
How much traffic does Ch 17 over Carter CR carry?
About 50 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Ch 17 over Carter CR?
The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns Ch 17 over Carter CR?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.