US Bridges

Il 130 (fap 116) over Embarras River

Fair

Coles County, Illinois · 2.5 MI S Charleston · Structure no. 015006700000000

Built
1981
44 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
300 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
6,550
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Il 130 (fap 116) over Embarras River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Il 130 (fap 116) over Embarras River in Coles County, Illinois. It was built in 1981, so it is 44 years old, younger 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 6,550 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,555 by 2046. The structure is 300 ft (91.4 m) long and 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesIl 130 (fap 116)
CrossesEmbarras River
Location2.5 MI S Charleston
RouteState Highway 130
CountyColes County
StateIllinois
Coordinates39.45773, -88.14669
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36.4 US tons
Inventory rating27.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length300 ft (91.4 m)
Longest span75 ft (23 m)
Deck width39 ft (11.9 m)
Roadway width36 ft (11 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,550 (2023)
Projected traffic5,555 by 2046
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Il 130 (fap 116) over Embarras River built?

It was built in 1981, making it 44 years old in 2025.

What condition is Il 130 (fap 116) over Embarras 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does Il 130 (fap 116) over Embarras River carry?

About 6,550 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Il 130 (fap 116) over Embarras River?

The structure is 300 ft (91.4 m) long with a longest span of 75 ft (23 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.

Who owns Il 130 (fap 116) over Embarras River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.