US Bridges

FAP 749 over Ditch

Good

Douglas County, Illinois · East of Arcola · Structure no. 021203000000000

Built
2017
8 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2022
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
28 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,300
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 749 over Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying FAP 749 over Ditch in Douglas County, Illinois. It was built in 2017, so it is 8 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 2,300 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,919 by 2046. The structure is 28 ft (8.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.2 mi (26 km).

CarriesFAP 749
CrossesDitch
LocationEast of Arcola
RouteState Highway 133
Coordinates39.68133, -88.22702
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionDecember 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating66 US tons
Inventory rating51 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length28 ft (8.6 m)
Longest span13 ft (4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,300 (2023)
Projected traffic1,919 by 2046
Trucks18%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed16.2 mi (26 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 749 over Ditch built?

It was built in 2017, making it 8 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 749 over Ditch 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 December 2022.

How much traffic does FAP 749 over Ditch carry?

About 2,300 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.

How long is FAP 749 over Ditch?

The structure is 28 ft (8.6 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4 m).

Who owns FAP 749 over Ditch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.