US Bridges

FAS 1707 (US-40) over Stream

Good

Effingham County, Illinois · 2.5 MI W Montrose · Structure no. 025201100000000

Built
1958
67 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
43 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,950
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAS 1707 (US-40) over Stream is a concrete culvert carrying FAS 1707 (US-40) over Stream in Effingham County, Illinois. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 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 3,950 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,339 by 2046. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 km).

CarriesFAS 1707 (US-40)
CrossesStream
Location2.5 MI W Montrose
RouteU.S. Route 40
Coordinates39.14568, -88.4266
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating40 US tons
Inventory rating23.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length43 ft (13.1 m)
Longest span17 ft (5.2 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,950 (2023)
Projected traffic3,339 by 2046
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.2 mi (18 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 FAS 1707 (US-40) over Stream built?

It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAS 1707 (US-40) over Stream 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 2023.

How much traffic does FAS 1707 (US-40) over Stream carry?

About 3,950 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is FAS 1707 (US-40) over Stream?

The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 17 ft (5.2 m).

Who owns FAS 1707 (US-40) over Stream?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.