FAP-327 (US-50) over Little Wabash River
FairClay County, Illinois · 2 MI W Richland C L · Structure no. 013000400000000
- Built
- 1953
- 72 years old, rebuilt 1999
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 268 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,000
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FAP-327 (US-50) over Little Wabash River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAP-327 (US-50) over Little Wabash River in Clay County, Illinois. It was built in 1953 and reconstructed in 1999, so it is 72 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 5 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 4,000 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,939 by 2046. The structure is 268 ft (81.7 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 65.2 mi (105 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 FAP-327 (US-50) over Little Wabash River built?
It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1999.
What condition is FAP-327 (US-50) over Little Wabash River 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does FAP-327 (US-50) over Little Wabash River carry?
About 4,000 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.
How long is FAP-327 (US-50) over Little Wabash River?
The structure is 268 ft (81.7 m) long with a longest span of 120 ft (36.6 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.
Who owns FAP-327 (US-50) over Little Wabash River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.