US Bridges

FAS 669(CH 7) over Stream

Good

Douglas County, Illinois · 2.8 MI SW of Newman · Structure no. 021481400000000

Built
1912
113 years old, rebuilt 1972
Condition
Good
inspected December 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
500
2022 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAS 669(CH 7) over Stream is a concrete culvert carrying FAS 669(CH 7) over Stream in Douglas County, Illinois. It was built in 1912 and reconstructed in 1972, so it is 113 years old, older 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 500 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 657 by 2046. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

Location

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CarriesFAS 669(CH 7)
CrossesStream
Location2.8 MI SW of Newman
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyDouglas County
StateIllinois
Coordinates39.74788, -88.02612
Functional classRural Major Collector

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.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionDecember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating56.8 US tons
Inventory rating34 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.3 m)
Deck width46 ft (14.1 m)
Roadway width45 ft (13.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic500 (2022)
Projected traffic657 by 2046
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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 FAS 669(CH 7) over Stream built?

It was built in 1912, making it 113 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1972.

What condition is FAS 669(CH 7) over Stream 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 2023.

How much traffic does FAS 669(CH 7) over Stream carry?

About 500 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FAS 669(CH 7) over Stream?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.3 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns FAS 669(CH 7) over Stream?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.