US 36(FAP 323) over Lake Fork River
GoodDouglas County, Illinois · W Edge of Atwood · Structure no. 021005100000000
- Built
- 1987
- 38 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2022
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 183 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,950
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 36(FAP 323) over Lake Fork River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 36(FAP 323) over Lake Fork River in Douglas County, Illinois. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 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 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 3,950 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,394 by 2046. The structure is 183 ft (55.8 m) long and 39 ft wide.
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 36(FAP 323) over Lake Fork River built?
It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 36(FAP 323) over Lake Fork River 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 February 2022.
How much traffic does US 36(FAP 323) over Lake Fork River carry?
About 3,950 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is US 36(FAP 323) over Lake Fork River?
The structure is 183 ft (55.8 m) long with a longest span of 64 ft (19.4 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.
Who owns US 36(FAP 323) over Lake Fork River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.