US Bridges

TR 251-A(GOSHEN RD over FAI 55

Fair

Madison County, Illinois · 2 M N JCT 270 · Structure no. 060017800000000

Built
1966
59 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
216 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
925
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

TR 251-A(GOSHEN RD over FAI 55 is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying TR 251-A(GOSHEN RD over FAI 55 in Madison County, Illinois. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 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 925 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 990 by 2046. The structure is 216 ft (65.8 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesTR 251-A(GOSHEN RD
CrossesFAI 55
Location2 M N JCT 270
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyMadison County
StateIllinois
Coordinates38.78248, -89.89909
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating61.1 US tons
Inventory rating36.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 15
Structure length216 ft (65.8 m)
Longest span65 ft (19.8 m)
Deck width30 ft (9.1 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic925 (2021)
Projected traffic990 by 2046
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
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 251-A(GOSHEN RD over FAI 55 built?

It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.

What condition is TR 251-A(GOSHEN RD over FAI 55 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 2024.

How much traffic does TR 251-A(GOSHEN RD over FAI 55 carry?

About 925 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is TR 251-A(GOSHEN RD over FAI 55?

The structure is 216 ft (65.8 m) long with a longest span of 65 ft (19.8 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.

Who owns TR 251-A(GOSHEN RD over FAI 55?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.