FAS 689(CH 9) over Bluegrass Creek
GoodClark County, Illinois · 2.5 MI N Martinsvill · Structure no. 012500100000000
- Built
- 1968
- 57 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2025
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 33 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 575
- 2021 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
FAS 689(CH 9) over Bluegrass Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FAS 689(CH 9) over Bluegrass Creek in Clark County, Illinois. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 575 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 581 by 2046. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FAS 689(CH 9) over Bluegrass Creek built?
It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.
What condition is FAS 689(CH 9) over Bluegrass Creek 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 February 2025.
How much traffic does FAS 689(CH 9) over Bluegrass Creek carry?
About 575 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is FAS 689(CH 9) over Bluegrass Creek?
The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns FAS 689(CH 9) over Bluegrass Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.