TR-448 over Watson Creek
GoodWayne County, Illinois · 1 MI N Mill Shoals · Structure no. 096500600000000
- Built
- 1974
- 51 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 52 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 100
- 2022 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
TR-448 over Watson Creek is a concrete culvert carrying TR-448 over Watson Creek in Wayne County, Illinois. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 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 100 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 102 by 2046. The structure is 52 ft (15.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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-448 over Watson Creek built?
It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.
What condition is TR-448 over Watson 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does TR-448 over Watson Creek carry?
About 100 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is TR-448 over Watson Creek?
The structure is 52 ft (15.8 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.2 m).
Who owns TR-448 over Watson Creek?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.