TR 71A over Deer Creek
GoodTazewell County, Illinois · NW COR-2-T24NR3W · Structure no. 090505700000000
- Built
- 1980
- 45 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 39 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,650
- 2023 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
TR 71A over Deer Creek is a concrete culvert carrying TR 71A over Deer Creek in Tazewell County, Illinois. It was built in 1980, so it is 45 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 1,650 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,515 by 2046. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was TR 71A over Deer Creek built?
It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.
What condition is TR 71A over Deer 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 January 2024.
How much traffic does TR 71A over Deer Creek carry?
About 1,650 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.
How long is TR 71A over Deer Creek?
The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns TR 71A over Deer Creek?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.