TR 284 over Branch of Pope Creek
GoodMercer County, Illinois · NW-36-T14NR1W · Structure no. 066461100000000
- Built
- 1981
- 44 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Channel Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 36 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 25
- 2024 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
TR 284 over Branch of Pope Creek is a concrete channel beam carrying TR 284 over Branch of Pope Creek in Mercer County, Illinois. It was built in 1981, so it is 44 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, projected to reach 25 by 2046. The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was TR 284 over Branch of Pope Creek built?
It was built in 1981, making it 44 years old in 2025.
What condition is TR 284 over Branch of Pope Creek 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 2024.
How much traffic does TR 284 over Branch of Pope Creek carry?
About 25 vehicles per day (2024 count).
How long is TR 284 over Branch of Pope Creek?
The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long with a longest span of 34 ft (10.4 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.
Who owns TR 284 over Branch of Pope Creek?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.