TR 498 over Br Macoupin CR
GoodMacoupin County, Illinois · 4.0 MI E Standard Cy · Structure no. 059326100000000
- Built
- 1925
- 100 years old, rebuilt 1978
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 37 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 35
- 2021 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
TR 498 over Br Macoupin CR is a steel culvert carrying TR 498 over Br Macoupin CR in Macoupin County, Illinois. It was built in 1925 and reconstructed in 1978, so it is 100 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 35 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 35 by 2046. The structure is 37 ft (11.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was TR 498 over Br Macoupin CR built?
It was built in 1925, making it 100 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1978.
What condition is TR 498 over Br Macoupin CR 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does TR 498 over Br Macoupin CR carry?
About 35 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is TR 498 over Br Macoupin CR?
The structure is 37 ft (11.2 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (5 m).
Who owns TR 498 over Br Macoupin CR?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.