US Bridges

2750 N (TR0041) over Buck Creek

FairClosed to traffic

McLean County, Illinois · 2.5 MI Sse Gridley · Structure no. 057461600000000

Built
2004
21 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2024
Type
Other
Steel
Length
54 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
50
2024 count
Owner
Town / Township
Town or Township Highway Agency

About this bridge

2750 N (TR0041) over Buck Creek is a steel other carrying 2750 N (TR0041) over Buck Creek in McLean County, Illinois. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 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 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: closed to all traffic.

It carries about 50 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 51 by 2046. The structure is 54 ft (16.4 m) long and 23 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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Carries2750 N (TR0041)
CrossesBuck Creek
Location2.5 MI Sse Gridley
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyMcLean County
StateIllinois
Coordinates40.68902, -88.85145
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
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusClosed to all traffic
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating46.4 US tons
Inventory rating27.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeOther
MaterialSteel
DeckWood or timber
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length54 ft (16.4 m)
Longest span51 ft (15.6 m)
Deck width23 ft (7 m)
Roadway width21 ft (6.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic50 (2024)
Projected traffic51 by 2046
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerTown or Township Highway Agency
Maintained byTown or Township Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was 2750 N (TR0041) over Buck Creek built?

It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.

What condition is 2750 N (TR0041) over Buck 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does 2750 N (TR0041) over Buck Creek carry?

About 50 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is 2750 N (TR0041) over Buck Creek?

The structure is 54 ft (16.4 m) long with a longest span of 51 ft (15.6 m) and a deck 23 ft wide.

Who owns 2750 N (TR0041) over Buck Creek?

It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.