US Bridges

FAP-328 (US-45) over Ramsey Creek

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Effingham County, Illinois · 5.25 MI S ILL-37 JCT · Structure no. 025008100000000

Built
1977
48 years old, rebuilt 2020
Condition
Good
inspected October 2022
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
179 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,150
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP-328 (US-45) over Ramsey Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAP-328 (US-45) over Ramsey Creek in Effingham County, Illinois. It was built in 1977 and reconstructed in 2020, so it is 48 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 3,150 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,862 by 2046. The structure is 179 ft (54.6 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 67.7 mi (109 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP-328 (US-45)
CrossesRamsey Creek
Location5.25 MI S ILL-37 JCT
RouteU.S. Route 45
CountyEffingham County
StateIllinois
Coordinates38.94629, -88.53963
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating81.5 US tons
Inventory rating62.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length179 ft (54.6 m)
Longest span63 ft (19.2 m)
Deck width46 ft (14 m)
Roadway width43 ft (13 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,150 (2023)
Projected traffic2,862 by 2046
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed67.7 mi (109 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-328 (US-45) over Ramsey Creek built?

It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2020.

What condition is FAP-328 (US-45) over Ramsey Creek 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 October 2022.

How much traffic does FAP-328 (US-45) over Ramsey Creek carry?

About 3,150 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is FAP-328 (US-45) over Ramsey Creek?

The structure is 179 ft (54.6 m) long with a longest span of 63 ft (19.2 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns FAP-328 (US-45) over Ramsey Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.