US Bridges

Argo Fay RTE over Sand Creek

Good

Carroll County, Illinois · 4.5 Mi. W. Chadwick · Structure no. 008401100000000

Built
1989
36 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
74 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
300
2023 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Argo Fay RTE over Sand Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Argo Fay RTE over Sand Creek in Carroll County, Illinois. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 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 300 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 278 by 2046. The structure is 74 ft (22.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

Location

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CarriesArgo Fay RTE
CrossesSand Creek
Location4.5 Mi. W. Chadwick
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyCarroll County
StateIllinois
Coordinates42.00362, -89.98753
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating48.9 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length74 ft (22.7 m)
Longest span22 ft (6.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic300 (2023)
Projected traffic278 by 2046
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Argo Fay RTE over Sand Creek built?

It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.

What condition is Argo Fay RTE over Sand 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does Argo Fay RTE over Sand Creek carry?

About 300 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is Argo Fay RTE over Sand Creek?

The structure is 74 ft (22.7 m) long with a longest span of 22 ft (6.7 m).

Who owns Argo Fay RTE over Sand Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.