TR 196 over Hickory Creek
FairWashington County, Illinois · NW 1/4 SEC23 T3S R2W · Structure no. 095501600000000
- Built
- 1963
- 62 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 30 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 150
- 2024 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
TR 196 over Hickory Creek is a concrete culvert carrying TR 196 over Hickory Creek in Washington County, Illinois. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 years old, older than the Illinois average of 45.3 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 150 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 182 by 2046. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was TR 196 over Hickory Creek built?
It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.
What condition is TR 196 over Hickory Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in March 2023.
How much traffic does TR 196 over Hickory Creek carry?
About 150 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is TR 196 over Hickory Creek?
The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).
Who owns TR 196 over Hickory Creek?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.