TR 13 over Herzog Creek
PoorClosed to trafficWashington County, Illinois · 3.5 MI NE Hoyleton · Structure no. 095500000000000
- Built
- 1957
- 68 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 28 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 50
- 2024 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
TR 13 over Herzog Creek is a steel culvert carrying TR 13 over Herzog Creek in Washington County, Illinois. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 years old, older than the Illinois average of 45.3 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 0 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: closed to all traffic.
It carries about 50 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 61 by 2046. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 0 Failed | Out of service and beyond corrective action. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was TR 13 over Herzog Creek built?
It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.
What condition is TR 13 over Herzog Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in October 2024.
How much traffic does TR 13 over Herzog Creek carry?
About 50 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is TR 13 over Herzog Creek?
The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns TR 13 over Herzog Creek?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.