FAS 1647 - Ch 9 over Flat Branch
GoodChristian County, Illinois · 3.0 Mi. W. Moweaqua · Structure no. 011328200000000
- Built
- 1976
- 49 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2022
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 249 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 200
- 2021 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
FAS 1647 - Ch 9 over Flat Branch is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAS 1647 - Ch 9 over Flat Branch in Christian County, Illinois. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 years old, older 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 200 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 202 by 2046. The structure is 249 ft (75.9 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| 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 1647 - Ch 9 over Flat Branch built?
It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.
What condition is FAS 1647 - Ch 9 over Flat Branch 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 November 2022.
How much traffic does FAS 1647 - Ch 9 over Flat Branch carry?
About 200 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is FAS 1647 - Ch 9 over Flat Branch?
The structure is 249 ft (75.9 m) long with a longest span of 66 ft (20.1 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns FAS 1647 - Ch 9 over Flat Branch?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.