FAS 688(CH 8) over E Mill Creek
FairClark County, Illinois · 1 MI NW Marshall · Structure no. 012314300000000
- Built
- 1957
- 68 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2025
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 22 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,150
- 2021 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
FAS 688(CH 8) over E Mill Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FAS 688(CH 8) over E Mill Creek in Clark County, Illinois. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 years old, older than the Illinois average of 45.3 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 2,150 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,172 by 2046. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FAS 688(CH 8) over E Mill Creek built?
It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.
What condition is FAS 688(CH 8) over E Mill Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in February 2025.
How much traffic does FAS 688(CH 8) over E Mill Creek carry?
About 2,150 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is FAS 688(CH 8) over E Mill Creek?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns FAS 688(CH 8) over E Mill Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.