FAS 668(CH 2) over Dry Branch
FairColes County, Illinois · 1 MI N of Rardin · Structure no. 015500600000000
- Built
- 1963
- 62 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 27 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 275
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
FAS 668(CH 2) over Dry Branch is a concrete culvert carrying FAS 668(CH 2) over Dry Branch in Coles County, Illinois. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 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 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 275 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 253 by 2046. The structure is 27 ft (8.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FAS 668(CH 2) over Dry Branch built?
It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.
What condition is FAS 668(CH 2) over Dry Branch 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 December 2024.
How much traffic does FAS 668(CH 2) over Dry Branch carry?
About 275 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is FAS 668(CH 2) over Dry Branch?
The structure is 27 ft (8.3 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns FAS 668(CH 2) over Dry Branch?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.