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FAP 322 (us 51) over Ditch

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Christian County, Illinois · 0.9 MI N Il 16 · Structure no. 011214200000000

Built
2019
6 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2021
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
35 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,600
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 322 (us 51) over Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying FAP 322 (us 51) over Ditch in Christian County, Illinois. It was built in 2019, so it is 6 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 3,600 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,838 by 2046. The structure is 35 ft (10.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 322 (us 51)
CrossesDitch
Location0.9 MI N Il 16
RouteU.S. Route 51
CountyChristian County
StateIllinois
Coordinates39.4018, -89.04416
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionOctober 2021
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating74 US tons
Inventory rating57.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length35 ft (10.8 m)
Longest span0 ft (0 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,600 (2023)
Projected traffic3,838 by 2046
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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 FAP 322 (us 51) over Ditch built?

It was built in 2019, making it 6 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 322 (us 51) over Ditch 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 October 2021.

How much traffic does FAP 322 (us 51) over Ditch carry?

About 3,600 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is FAP 322 (us 51) over Ditch?

The structure is 35 ft (10.8 m) long.

Who owns FAP 322 (us 51) over Ditch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.