FAP 709 (us 136) over Sangamon River
PoorChampaign County, Illinois · .75 MI E of Fisher · Structure no. 010021300000000
- Built
- 1972
- 53 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 143 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,500
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FAP 709 (us 136) over Sangamon River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAP 709 (us 136) over Sangamon River in Champaign County, Illinois. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 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 4 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.
It carries about 2,500 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,576 by 2046. The structure is 143 ft (43.5 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FAP 709 (us 136) over Sangamon River built?
It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.
What condition is FAP 709 (us 136) over Sangamon River 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does FAP 709 (us 136) over Sangamon River carry?
About 2,500 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is FAP 709 (us 136) over Sangamon River?
The structure is 143 ft (43.5 m) long with a longest span of 47 ft (14.2 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns FAP 709 (us 136) over Sangamon River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.