Tr 261 over Prairie Fork
Fair Condition72 years old100 vehicles/day
Location
| State | Illinois |
| County | Christian |
| Location | 2 Mi W. Palmer |
| Carries | Tr 261 |
| Crosses | Prairie Fork |
| Coordinates | 39.45856, -89.45011 |
Condition Ratings
| Overall Condition | Fair |
| Deck | 7 (Good) |
| Superstructure | 5 (Fair) |
| Substructure | 5 (Fair) |
| Channel/Waterway | 5 (Fair) |
| Scour Critical | 5 — Stable for scour |
Physical Characteristics
| Material | Steel Continuous |
| Design | Stringer/Multi-beam |
| Total Length | 86.9 ft (26.5 m) |
| Max Span | 32.2 ft (9.8 m) |
| Deck Width | 22.0 ft (6.7 m) |
| Deck Area | 177.6 sq m |
| Main Spans | 3 |
| Year Built | 1954 |
Traffic
| Avg Daily Traffic | 100 (2021) |
| Truck Traffic | 10% |
| Lanes On Bridge | 2 |
Inspection & Ownership
| Last Inspection | November 2024 |
| Inspection Frequency | Every 24 months |
| Owner | Town/Township Highway Agency |
| Historical Significance | Bridge is not eligible for the National Register |
| Structure Number | 011320500000000 |