US Bridges

FAP 869-IL 14 over Trib to Bigmuddy Rv

Good

Franklin County, Illinois · Near Ecl of Buckner · Structure no. 028201100000000

Built
2001
24 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2021
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
4,950
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 869-IL 14 over Trib to Bigmuddy Rv is a concrete culvert carrying FAP 869-IL 14 over Trib to Bigmuddy Rv in Franklin County, Illinois. It was built in 2001, so it is 24 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 4,950 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,101 by 2046. The structure is 27 ft (8.1 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 21.7 mi (35 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 869-IL 14
CrossesTrib to Bigmuddy Rv
LocationNear Ecl of Buckner
RouteState Highway 14
CountyFranklin County
StateIllinois
Coordinates37.98658, -89.00526
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2021
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating68.9 US tons
Inventory rating41.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length27 ft (8.1 m)
Longest span13 ft (4 m)
Deck width36 ft (10.9 m)
Roadway width36 ft (10.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,950 (2023)
Projected traffic5,101 by 2046
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed21.7 mi (35 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 FAP 869-IL 14 over Trib to Bigmuddy Rv built?

It was built in 2001, making it 24 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 869-IL 14 over Trib to Bigmuddy Rv 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 August 2021.

How much traffic does FAP 869-IL 14 over Trib to Bigmuddy Rv carry?

About 4,950 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is FAP 869-IL 14 over Trib to Bigmuddy Rv?

The structure is 27 ft (8.1 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 869-IL 14 over Trib to Bigmuddy Rv?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.