US Bridges

FAI-70 EB over CSXT RR

Fair

Fayette County, Illinois · 1.5 MI W Brownstn in · Structure no. 026002100000000

Built
1947
78 years old, rebuilt 1999
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
483 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
11,350
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAI-70 EB over CSXT RR is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAI-70 EB over CSXT RR in Fayette County, Illinois. It was built in 1947 and reconstructed in 1999, so it is 78 years old, older than the Illinois average of 45.3 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 11,350 vehicles a day, roughly 51% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,750 by 2046. The structure is 483 ft (147.1 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

Location

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CarriesFAI-70 EB
CrossesCSXT RR
Location1.5 MI W Brownstn in
RouteInterstate 70
CountyFayette County
StateIllinois
Coordinates38.97499, -89.02937
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating49.6 US tons
Inventory rating29.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length483 ft (147.1 m)
Longest span148 ft (45.1 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.8 m)
Roadway width39 ft (11.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic11,350 (2023)
Projected traffic12,750 by 2046
Trucks51%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was FAI-70 EB over CSXT RR built?

It was built in 1947, making it 78 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1999.

What condition is FAI-70 EB over CSXT RR in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in May 2024.

How much traffic does FAI-70 EB over CSXT RR carry?

About 11,350 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 51% are trucks.

How long is FAI-70 EB over CSXT RR?

The structure is 483 ft (147.1 m) long with a longest span of 148 ft (45.1 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns FAI-70 EB over CSXT RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.