US Bridges

US 36(FAP 323) over Scattering Fork

Fair

Douglas County, Illinois · In Tuscola · Structure no. 021200100000000

Built
1972
53 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
35 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
5,050
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 36(FAP 323) over Scattering Fork is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 36(FAP 323) over Scattering Fork in Douglas County, Illinois. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 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 5 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 5,050 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,252 by 2046. The structure is 35 ft (10.6 m) long and 82 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 36(FAP 323)
CrossesScattering Fork
LocationIn Tuscola
RouteU.S. Route 36
CountyDouglas County
StateIllinois
Coordinates39.79164, -88.28816
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.6 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length35 ft (10.6 m)
Longest span13 ft (4 m)
Deck width82 ft (25 m)
Roadway width70 ft (21.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,050 (2023)
Projected traffic5,252 by 2046
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed14.9 mi (24 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 US 36(FAP 323) over Scattering Fork built?

It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 36(FAP 323) over Scattering Fork 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does US 36(FAP 323) over Scattering Fork carry?

About 5,050 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is US 36(FAP 323) over Scattering Fork?

The structure is 35 ft (10.6 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4 m) and a deck 82 ft wide.

Who owns US 36(FAP 323) over Scattering Fork?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.