FAS 2701(ILL-37) over Dismal Creek
GoodFayette County, Illinois · .5 MI S Clay CO LN · Structure no. 026009000000000
- Built
- 1985
- 40 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2022
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 101 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 675
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FAS 2701(ILL-37) over Dismal Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAS 2701(ILL-37) over Dismal Creek in Fayette County, Illinois. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 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 675 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 765 by 2046. The structure is 101 ft (30.8 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 18 mi (29 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FAS 2701(ILL-37) over Dismal Creek built?
It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.
What condition is FAS 2701(ILL-37) over Dismal 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 July 2022.
How much traffic does FAS 2701(ILL-37) over Dismal Creek carry?
About 675 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is FAS 2701(ILL-37) over Dismal Creek?
The structure is 101 ft (30.8 m) long with a longest span of 99 ft (30.2 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.
Who owns FAS 2701(ILL-37) over Dismal Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.