FAI 172 over Austin Creek
FairAdams County, Illinois · 3.0MI N I-172/IL 57 · Structure no. 001200600000000
- Built
- 1982
- 43 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 22 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,750
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FAI 172 over Austin Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FAI 172 over Austin Creek in Adams County, Illinois. It was built in 1982, so it is 43 years old, younger 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 6 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 9,750 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,898 by 2046. The structure is 22 ft (6.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FAI 172 over Austin Creek built?
It was built in 1982, making it 43 years old in 2025.
What condition is FAI 172 over Austin 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does FAI 172 over Austin Creek carry?
About 9,750 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is FAI 172 over Austin Creek?
The structure is 22 ft (6.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns FAI 172 over Austin Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.