US Bridges

FAS 1652 (us 45) over E Branch Green Creek

Good

Effingham County, Illinois · 1.5 Mi. S Shelby Co. · Structure no. 025202300000000

Built
2016
9 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
38 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,950
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAS 1652 (us 45) over E Branch Green Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FAS 1652 (us 45) over E Branch Green Creek in Effingham County, Illinois. It was built in 2016, so it is 9 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 3,950 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,081 by 2046. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).

Location

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CarriesFAS 1652 (us 45)
CrossesE Branch Green Creek
Location1.5 Mi. S Shelby Co.
RouteU.S. Route 45
CountyEffingham County
StateIllinois
Coordinates39.19484, -88.51065
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 inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating53.9 US tons
Inventory rating41.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length38 ft (11.6 m)
Longest span13 ft (4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width36 ft (11 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,950 (2023)
Projected traffic4,081 by 2046
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed14.9 mi (24 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 1652 (us 45) over E Branch Green Creek built?

It was built in 2016, making it 9 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAS 1652 (us 45) over E Branch Green 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does FAS 1652 (us 45) over E Branch Green Creek carry?

About 3,950 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is FAS 1652 (us 45) over E Branch Green Creek?

The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4 m).

Who owns FAS 1652 (us 45) over E Branch Green Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.