US 40/FAS 779 over E Fork Shoal Creek
FairBond County, Illinois · 1.9 MI E Pocahontas · Structure no. 003005900000000
- Built
- 1993
- 32 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 250 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,300
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 40/FAS 779 over E Fork Shoal Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 40/FAS 779 over E Fork Shoal Creek in Bond County, Illinois. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 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 5 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 1,300 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,111 by 2046. The structure is 250 ft (76.1 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 E Fork Shoal Creek built?
It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 40/FAS 779 over E Fork Shoal 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does US 40/FAS 779 over E Fork 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 E Fork Shoal Creek?
The structure is 250 ft (76.1 m) long with a longest span of 125 ft (38.1 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.
Who owns US 40/FAS 779 over E Fork Shoal Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.