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FAS-651 (CH-14) over Mitchell Creek Branc

Good

Fayette County, Illinois · 3.2 MI E Herrick · Structure no. 026500000000000

Built
1962
63 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
52 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
900
2023 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAS-651 (CH-14) over Mitchell Creek Branc is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAS-651 (CH-14) over Mitchell Creek Branc in Fayette County, Illinois. It was built in 1962, so it is 63 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 900 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 816 by 2046. The structure is 52 ft (15.8 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

Location

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CarriesFAS-651 (CH-14)
CrossesMitchell Creek Branc
Location3.2 MI E Herrick
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyFayette County
StateIllinois
Coordinates39.21652, -88.92246
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 inspectionFebruary 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
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating38.3 US tons
Inventory rating22.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 15
Structure length52 ft (15.8 m)
Longest span20 ft (6.1 m)
Deck width48 ft (14.6 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic900 (2023)
Projected traffic816 by 2046
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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-651 (CH-14) over Mitchell Creek Branc built?

It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAS-651 (CH-14) over Mitchell Creek Branc 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does FAS-651 (CH-14) over Mitchell Creek Branc carry?

About 900 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is FAS-651 (CH-14) over Mitchell Creek Branc?

The structure is 52 ft (15.8 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.

Who owns FAS-651 (CH-14) over Mitchell Creek Branc?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.