US Bridges

TR 281A-TIMBER Rid over Trib to Wendell Branch

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Madison County, Illinois · 0.6 MI E of Troy · Structure no. 060337200000000

Built
2023
2 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
26 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
25
2023 count
Owner
Town / Township
Town or Township Highway Agency

About this bridge

TR 281A-TIMBER Rid over Trib to Wendell Branch is a concrete culvert carrying TR 281A-TIMBER Rid over Trib to Wendell Branch in Madison County, Illinois. It was built in 2023, so it is 2 years old, younger 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 25 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 50 by 2043. The structure is 26 ft (8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

Location

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CarriesTR 281A-TIMBER Rid
CrossesTrib to Wendell Branch
Location0.6 MI E of Troy
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyMadison County
StateIllinois
Coordinates38.73843, -89.86174
Functional classUrban Local

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating93.6 US tons
Inventory rating56.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length26 ft (8 m)
Longest span25 ft (7.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width20 ft (6.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic25 (2023)
Projected traffic50 by 2043
Trucks20%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed98.8 mi (159 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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was TR 281A-TIMBER Rid over Trib to Wendell Branch built?

It was built in 2023, making it 2 years old in 2025.

What condition is TR 281A-TIMBER Rid over Trib to Wendell Branch 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does TR 281A-TIMBER Rid over Trib to Wendell Branch carry?

About 25 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.

How long is TR 281A-TIMBER Rid over Trib to Wendell Branch?

The structure is 26 ft (8 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.7 m).

Who owns TR 281A-TIMBER Rid over Trib to Wendell Branch?

It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.