US Bridges

FAS 1112 Universit over I-88

Fair

DeKalb County, Illinois · 5 MI E Ogle CO Line · Structure no. 019990600000000

Built
1974
51 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
222 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
950
2021 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

FAS 1112 Universit over I-88 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAS 1112 Universit over I-88 in DeKalb County, Illinois. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 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 950 vehicles a day, roughly 38% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,064 by 2046. The structure is 222 ft (67.7 m) long and 30 ft wide.

CarriesFAS 1112 Universit
CrossesI-88
Location5 MI E Ogle CO Line
RouteCounty Highway 0
Coordinates41.89983, -88.84754
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating54.7 US tons
Inventory rating32.8 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length222 ft (67.7 m)
Longest span78 ft (23.8 m)
Deck width30 ft (9.1 m)
Roadway width27 ft (8.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic950 (2021)
Projected traffic1,064 by 2046
Trucks38%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Toll Authority
Maintained byState Toll Authority
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 FAS 1112 Universit over I-88 built?

It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAS 1112 Universit over I-88 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does FAS 1112 Universit over I-88 carry?

About 950 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 38% are trucks.

How long is FAS 1112 Universit over I-88?

The structure is 222 ft (67.7 m) long with a longest span of 78 ft (23.8 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.

Who owns FAS 1112 Universit over I-88?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.