US 40/FAS 779 over Shoal Creek
GoodBond County, Illinois · 1.9 MI E Pocahontas · Structure no. 003005800000000
- Built
- 1994
- 31 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 440 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,300
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 40/FAS 779 over Shoal Creek is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 40/FAS 779 over Shoal Creek in Bond County, Illinois. It was built in 1994, so it is 31 years old, younger 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 1,300 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,111 by 2046. The structure is 440 ft (134.1 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).
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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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 40/FAS 779 over Shoal Creek built?
It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 40/FAS 779 over Shoal 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does US 40/FAS 779 over Shoal Creek carry?
About 1,300 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is US 40/FAS 779 over Shoal Creek?
The structure is 440 ft (134.1 m) long with a longest span of 130 ft (39.6 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.
Who owns US 40/FAS 779 over Shoal Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.