US Bridges

FAS 663(PRAIRIE ST over Hayes Branch

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Douglas County, Illinois · In Tuscola · Structure no. 021600400000000

Built
1965
60 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
50 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,650
2022 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAS 663(PRAIRIE ST over Hayes Branch is a concrete culvert carrying FAS 663(PRAIRIE ST over Hayes Branch in Douglas County, Illinois. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 2,650 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,727 by 2046. The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long and 33 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesFAS 663(PRAIRIE ST
CrossesHayes Branch
LocationIn Tuscola
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyDouglas County
StateIllinois
Coordinates39.8058, -88.27348
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 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 geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
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 length50 ft (15.2 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.4 m)
Deck width33 ft (10.2 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,650 (2022)
Projected traffic2,727 by 2046
Trucks5%
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 FAS 663(PRAIRIE ST over Hayes Branch built?

It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAS 663(PRAIRIE ST over Hayes Branch 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 FAS 663(PRAIRIE ST over Hayes Branch carry?

About 2,650 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is FAS 663(PRAIRIE ST over Hayes Branch?

The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.

Who owns FAS 663(PRAIRIE ST over Hayes Branch?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.