US Bridges

Shattuc Rd/Fas 178 over Prairie Branch

Good

Clinton County, Illinois · 2.71 MI South US 50 · Structure no. 014500200000000

Built
1940
85 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
39 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,750
2020 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Shattuc Rd/Fas 178 over Prairie Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Shattuc Rd/Fas 178 over Prairie Branch in Clinton County, Illinois. It was built in 1940, so it is 85 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 1,750 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,925 by 2046. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesShattuc Rd/Fas 178
CrossesPrairie Branch
Location2.71 MI South US 50
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyClinton County
StateIllinois
Coordinates38.57588, -89.19738
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
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating53.9 US tons
Inventory rating32.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 15
Structure length39 ft (11.9 m)
Longest span18 ft (5.5 m)
Deck width45 ft (13.7 m)
Roadway width45 ft (13.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,750 (2020)
Projected traffic1,925 by 2046
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Shattuc Rd/Fas 178 over Prairie Branch built?

It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025.

What condition is Shattuc Rd/Fas 178 over Prairie Branch 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 January 2025.

How much traffic does Shattuc Rd/Fas 178 over Prairie Branch carry?

About 1,750 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Shattuc Rd/Fas 178 over Prairie Branch?

The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 18 ft (5.5 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.

Who owns Shattuc Rd/Fas 178 over Prairie Branch?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.