US Bridges

FAP 325 (il 16) over Little Wabash C

Good

Coles County, Illinois · 2 M. West of Mattoon · Structure no. 015202500000000

Built
2018
7 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
30 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,350
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 325 (il 16) over Little Wabash C is a concrete culvert carrying FAP 325 (il 16) over Little Wabash C in Coles County, Illinois. It was built in 2018, so it is 7 years old, younger 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 3,350 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,283 by 2046. The structure is 30 ft (9.2 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesFAP 325 (il 16)
CrossesLittle Wabash C
Location2 M. West of Mattoon
RouteState Highway 16
Coordinates39.47016, -88.43805
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating62.2 US tons
Inventory rating47.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length30 ft (9.2 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.4 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,350 (2023)
Projected traffic3,283 by 2046
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 FAP 325 (il 16) over Little Wabash C built?

It was built in 2018, making it 7 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 325 (il 16) over Little Wabash C 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does FAP 325 (il 16) over Little Wabash C carry?

About 3,350 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is FAP 325 (il 16) over Little Wabash C?

The structure is 30 ft (9.2 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 325 (il 16) over Little Wabash C?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.