US Bridges

Albers RD-CH8-FAS7 over FAI 64

Good

Clinton County, Illinois · 3 MI S Albers · Structure no. 014003700000000

Built
1971
54 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2025
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
195 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
425
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Albers RD-CH8-FAS7 over FAI 64 is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Albers RD-CH8-FAS7 over FAI 64 in Clinton County, Illinois. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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 425 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 468 by 2046. The structure is 195 ft (59.4 m) long and 62 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesAlbers RD-CH8-FAS7
CrossesFAI 64
Location3 MI S Albers
RouteCounty Highway 0
Coordinates38.50022, -89.61192
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating91.8 US tons
Inventory rating52.1 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length195 ft (59.4 m)
Longest span96 ft (29.4 m)
Deck width62 ft (18.9 m)
Roadway width41 ft (12.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic425 (2020)
Projected traffic468 by 2046
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesOverpass structure at an interchange
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Albers RD-CH8-FAS7 over FAI 64 built?

It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.

What condition is Albers RD-CH8-FAS7 over FAI 64 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 Albers RD-CH8-FAS7 over FAI 64 carry?

About 425 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is Albers RD-CH8-FAS7 over FAI 64?

The structure is 195 ft (59.4 m) long with a longest span of 96 ft (29.4 m) and a deck 62 ft wide.

Who owns Albers RD-CH8-FAS7 over FAI 64?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.