FAS-527 (CH-16) over E Br Embarras River
GoodChampaign County, Illinois · W of Il 130 · Structure no. 010457500000000
- Built
- 2018
- 7 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2025
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 180 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 750
- 2021 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
FAS-527 (CH-16) over E Br Embarras River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAS-527 (CH-16) over E Br Embarras River in Champaign County, Illinois. It was built in 2018, so it is 7 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 750 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 758 by 2046. The structure is 180 ft (55 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
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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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FAS-527 (CH-16) over E Br Embarras River built?
It was built in 2018, making it 7 years old in 2025.
What condition is FAS-527 (CH-16) over E Br Embarras River 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 January 2025.
How much traffic does FAS-527 (CH-16) over E Br Embarras River carry?
About 750 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is FAS-527 (CH-16) over E Br Embarras River?
The structure is 180 ft (55 m) long with a longest span of 67 ft (20.4 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.
Who owns FAS-527 (CH-16) over E Br Embarras River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.