US 51 over Trib of Timber Creek
FairMcLean County, Illinois · 1.45 MI S of FAI-74 · Structure no. 057201100000000
- Built
- 1985
- 40 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2025
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 29 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 11,900
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 51 over Trib of Timber Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 51 over Trib of Timber Creek in McLean 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 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 11,900 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,029 by 2046. The structure is 29 ft (8.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 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 US 51 over Trib of Timber Creek built?
It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 51 over Trib of Timber Creek 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 2025.
How much traffic does US 51 over Trib of Timber Creek carry?
About 11,900 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is US 51 over Trib of Timber Creek?
The structure is 29 ft (8.7 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.8 m).
Who owns US 51 over Trib of Timber Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.