US Bridges

FAS 2882-IL 37 over Branch-Mf Big Muddy

Good

Franklin County, Illinois · 0.5 MI N W Frankfort · Structure no. 028201000000000

Built
1998
27 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
27 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
5,500
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAS 2882-IL 37 over Branch-Mf Big Muddy is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAS 2882-IL 37 over Branch-Mf Big Muddy in Franklin County, Illinois. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 5,500 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,505 by 2046. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

CarriesFAS 2882-IL 37
CrossesBranch-Mf Big Muddy
Location0.5 MI N W Frankfort
RouteState Highway 37
Coordinates37.92125, -88.93313
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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJanuary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating69.3 US tons
Inventory rating41.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.2 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,500 (2023)
Projected traffic5,505 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

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 2882-IL 37 over Branch-Mf Big Muddy built?

It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAS 2882-IL 37 over Branch-Mf Big Muddy 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 January 2025.

How much traffic does FAS 2882-IL 37 over Branch-Mf Big Muddy carry?

About 5,500 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is FAS 2882-IL 37 over Branch-Mf Big Muddy?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.2 m).

Who owns FAS 2882-IL 37 over Branch-Mf Big Muddy?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.