US Bridges

FAU 9441-PETROFF R over FAI RTE 57

Fair

Franklin County, Illinois · 1.4 Mi. N Ill 14 · Structure no. 028005700000000

Built
1963
62 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
221 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
3,250
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 9441-PETROFF R over FAI RTE 57 is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAU 9441-PETROFF R over FAI RTE 57 in Franklin County, Illinois. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 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 3,250 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,030 by 2046. The structure is 221 ft (67.5 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesFAU 9441-PETROFF R
CrossesFAI RTE 57
Location1.4 Mi. N Ill 14
CountyFranklin County
StateIllinois
Coordinates38.01613, -88.92604
Functional classUrban Collector

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.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMay 2023
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 geometry3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating62.2 US tons
Inventory rating34.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 15
Structure length221 ft (67.5 m)
Longest span67 ft (20.5 m)
Deck width32 ft (9.7 m)
Roadway width26 ft (8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,250 (2024)
Projected traffic3,030 by 2046
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$169,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was FAU 9441-PETROFF R over FAI RTE 57 built?

It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAU 9441-PETROFF R over FAI RTE 57 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 2023.

How much traffic does FAU 9441-PETROFF R over FAI RTE 57 carry?

About 3,250 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is FAU 9441-PETROFF R over FAI RTE 57?

The structure is 221 ft (67.5 m) long with a longest span of 67 ft (20.5 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.

Who owns FAU 9441-PETROFF R over FAI RTE 57?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.