TR 191 over Brushy Creek
PoorWashington County, Illinois · 2.5 NE of Elkton · Structure no. 095500200000000
- Built
- 1968
- 57 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 40 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 25
- 2024 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
TR 191 over Brushy Creek is a concrete culvert carrying TR 191 over Brushy Creek in Washington County, Illinois. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 4 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.
It carries about 25 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 30 by 2046. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was TR 191 over Brushy Creek built?
It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.
What condition is TR 191 over Brushy 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 191 over Brushy Creek carry?
About 25 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.
How long is TR 191 over Brushy Creek?
The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).
Who owns TR 191 over Brushy Creek?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.