US 40(FAS 1707) over N Fork Embarras R
PoorClark County, Illinois · .4MI W Martinsville · Structure no. 012001800000000
- Built
- 1954
- 71 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 240 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,450
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 40(FAS 1707) over N Fork Embarras R is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying US 40(FAS 1707) over N Fork Embarras R in Clark County, Illinois. It was built in 1954, so it is 71 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 2,450 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,172 by 2046. The structure is 240 ft (73 m) long and 36 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 | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 40(FAS 1707) over N Fork Embarras R built?
It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 40(FAS 1707) over N Fork Embarras R 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does US 40(FAS 1707) over N Fork Embarras R carry?
About 2,450 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is US 40(FAS 1707) over N Fork Embarras R?
The structure is 240 ft (73 m) long with a longest span of 93 ft (28.2 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.
Who owns US 40(FAS 1707) over N Fork Embarras R?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.