US Bridges

FAP 323(US 36) over Shilo #2 Drain Ditch

Good

Edgar County, Illinois · W Edge Hume · Structure no. 023201300000000

Built
1990
35 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2021
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
50 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,650
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 323(US 36) over Shilo #2 Drain Ditch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 323(US 36) over Shilo #2 Drain Ditch in Edgar County, Illinois. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 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 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 1,650 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,465 by 2046. The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 23 mi (37 km).

CarriesFAP 323(US 36)
CrossesShilo #2 Drain Ditch
LocationW Edge Hume
RouteU.S. Route 36
Coordinates39.79255, -87.87445
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionDecember 2021
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating88.2 US tons
Inventory rating52.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length50 ft (15.2 m)
Longest span16 ft (5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,650 (2023)
Projected traffic1,465 by 2046
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed23 mi (37 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 323(US 36) over Shilo #2 Drain Ditch built?

It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 323(US 36) over Shilo #2 Drain 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 2021.

How much traffic does FAP 323(US 36) over Shilo #2 Drain Ditch carry?

About 1,650 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is FAP 323(US 36) over Shilo #2 Drain Ditch?

The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (5 m).

Who owns FAP 323(US 36) over Shilo #2 Drain Ditch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.