US Bridges

Washington ST(MS72 over Scattering Fork

Good

Douglas County, Illinois · In Tuscola · Structure no. 021600300000000

Built
1953
72 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
46 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
650
2022 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Washington ST(MS72 over Scattering Fork is a concrete culvert carrying Washington ST(MS72 over Scattering Fork in Douglas County, Illinois. It was built in 1953, so it is 72 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 650 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,263 by 2046. The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long and 42 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesWashington ST(MS72
CrossesScattering Fork
LocationIn Tuscola
RouteCity Street 0
CountyDouglas County
StateIllinois
Coordinates39.79287, -88.28935
Functional classRural Local

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 inspectionMarch 2023
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 alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating47.5 US tons
Inventory rating28.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 15
Structure length46 ft (14 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.8 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic650 (2022)
Projected traffic1,263 by 2046
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
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 Washington ST(MS72 over Scattering Fork built?

It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025.

What condition is Washington ST(MS72 over Scattering Fork 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does Washington ST(MS72 over Scattering Fork carry?

About 650 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is Washington ST(MS72 over Scattering Fork?

The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns Washington ST(MS72 over Scattering Fork?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.