US Bridges

Egyptian Tr.Or 15 over Scattering Fork

Fair

Douglas County, Illinois · S Edge of Tuscola · Structure no. 021600100000000

Built
1968
57 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
37 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,350
2022 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Egyptian Tr.Or 15 over Scattering Fork is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Egyptian Tr.Or 15 over Scattering Fork in Douglas County, Illinois. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 1,350 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,374 by 2046. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesEgyptian Tr.Or 15
CrossesScattering Fork
LocationS Edge of Tuscola
CountyDouglas County
StateIllinois
Coordinates39.79066, -88.28323
Functional classRural Minor Collector

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.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating45.3 US tons
Inventory rating27.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length37 ft (11.3 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width47 ft (14.3 m)
Roadway width36 ft (11 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,350 (2022)
Projected traffic2,374 by 2046
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal 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 Egyptian Tr.Or 15 over Scattering Fork built?

It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.

What condition is Egyptian Tr.Or 15 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 February 2025.

How much traffic does Egyptian Tr.Or 15 over Scattering Fork carry?

About 1,350 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is Egyptian Tr.Or 15 over Scattering Fork?

The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.

Who owns Egyptian Tr.Or 15 over Scattering Fork?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.