US Bridges

Risdon School TR 1 over Branch Doza Creek

Good

St. Clair County, Illinois · 6 MI West of Marissa · Structure no. 082412300000000

Built
1967
58 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
36 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
225
2023 count
Owner
Town / Township
Town or Township Highway Agency

About this bridge

Risdon School TR 1 over Branch Doza Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Risdon School TR 1 over Branch Doza Creek in St. Clair County, Illinois. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 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 225 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 152 by 2046. The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

CarriesRisdon School TR 1
CrossesBranch Doza Creek
Location6 MI West of Marissa
RouteCounty Highway 0
Coordinates38.23519, -89.87777
Functional classRural 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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating66.8 US tons
Inventory rating14.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length36 ft (11 m)
Longest span34 ft (10.4 m)
Deck width38 ft (11.6 m)
Roadway width36 ft (11 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic225 (2023)
Projected traffic152 by 2046
Trucks18%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.7 mi (14 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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Risdon School TR 1 over Branch Doza Creek built?

It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.

What condition is Risdon School TR 1 over Branch Doza 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 2023.

How much traffic does Risdon School TR 1 over Branch Doza Creek carry?

About 225 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.

How long is Risdon School TR 1 over Branch Doza Creek?

The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long with a longest span of 34 ft (10.4 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.

Who owns Risdon School TR 1 over Branch Doza Creek?

It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.