Il 143 over Drainage
FairMadison County, Illinois · 2 MI E of Il 255 · Structure no. 060250000000000
- Built
- 1973
- 52 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 27 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 10,500
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Il 143 over Drainage is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Il 143 over Drainage in Madison County, Illinois. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 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 10,500 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,021 by 2046. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).
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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 Il 143 over Drainage built?
It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.
What condition is Il 143 over Drainage 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does Il 143 over Drainage carry?
About 10,500 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is Il 143 over Drainage?
The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).
Who owns Il 143 over Drainage?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.