Ch 5 over FAI 172
GoodAdams County, Illinois · .7MI S I172/IL104 · Structure no. 001004600000000
- Built
- 1976
- 49 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 276 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,450
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ch 5 over FAI 172 is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ch 5 over FAI 172 in Adams County, Illinois. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 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 3,450 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,586 by 2046. The structure is 276 ft (84.1 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Ch 5 over FAI 172 built?
It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.
What condition is Ch 5 over FAI 172 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does Ch 5 over FAI 172 carry?
About 3,450 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Ch 5 over FAI 172?
The structure is 276 ft (84.1 m) long with a longest span of 115 ft (35 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.
Who owns Ch 5 over FAI 172?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.