Columbine Road over Br Leaf River
GoodOgle County, Illinois · 2.8 M NE Forreston · Structure no. 071506500000000
- Built
- 1976
- 49 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 25 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 100
- 2022 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
Columbine Road over Br Leaf River is a concrete culvert carrying Columbine Road over Br Leaf River in Ogle County, Illinois. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 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 100 vehicles a day, roughly 45% of them trucks, projected to reach 130 by 2046. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Columbine Road over Br Leaf River built?
It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.
What condition is Columbine Road over Br Leaf River 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does Columbine Road over Br Leaf River carry?
About 100 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 45% are trucks.
How long is Columbine Road over Br Leaf River?
The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.
Who owns Columbine Road over Br Leaf River?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.