FAS 253/CH 10 over Coal Creek
GoodBureau County, Illinois · 2 MI N of Mineral · Structure no. 006307400000000
- Built
- 1987
- 38 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2022
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 76 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 250
- 2020 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
FAS 253/CH 10 over Coal Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAS 253/CH 10 over Coal Creek in Bureau County, Illinois. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 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 250 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 253 by 2046. The structure is 76 ft (23.2 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.3 mi (31 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. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FAS 253/CH 10 over Coal Creek built?
It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.
What condition is FAS 253/CH 10 over Coal 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 March 2022.
How much traffic does FAS 253/CH 10 over Coal Creek carry?
About 250 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.
How long is FAS 253/CH 10 over Coal Creek?
The structure is 76 ft (23.2 m) long with a longest span of 72 ft (21.9 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.
Who owns FAS 253/CH 10 over Coal Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.