FAS 755 (CH2) over Irish Hollow Creek
PoorCalhoun County, Illinois · State ST Sof Wtr ST · Structure no. 007600200000000
- Built
- 1977
- 48 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Box Beam or Girders - Multiple
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 127 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 225
- 2022 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
FAS 755 (CH2) over Irish Hollow Creek is a prestressed concrete box beam or girders - multiple carrying FAS 755 (CH2) over Irish Hollow Creek in Calhoun County, Illinois. It was built in 1977, so it is 48 years old, older than the Illinois average of 45.3 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 2 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: open, would be posted or closed except for temporary shoring.
It carries about 225 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 354 by 2046. The structure is 127 ft (38.7 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 2 Critical | Advanced deterioration of primary structural elements. Bridge may be closed until corrective action is taken. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FAS 755 (CH2) over Irish Hollow Creek built?
It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025.
What condition is FAS 755 (CH2) over Irish Hollow Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in September 2024.
How much traffic does FAS 755 (CH2) over Irish Hollow Creek carry?
About 225 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is FAS 755 (CH2) over Irish Hollow Creek?
The structure is 127 ft (38.7 m) long with a longest span of 73 ft (22.3 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.
Who owns FAS 755 (CH2) over Irish Hollow Creek?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.