FAS 1872-DEERING R over Ewing Creek
FairFranklin County, Illinois · Near NE Cl of Wf · Structure no. 028301100000000
- Built
- 1953
- 72 years old, rebuilt 2001
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 209 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,200
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
FAS 1872-DEERING R over Ewing Creek is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAS 1872-DEERING R over Ewing Creek in Franklin County, Illinois. It was built in 1953 and reconstructed in 2001, so it is 72 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 6 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 1,200 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,515 by 2046. The structure is 209 ft (63.8 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FAS 1872-DEERING R over Ewing Creek built?
It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2001.
What condition is FAS 1872-DEERING R over Ewing Creek 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 February 2024.
How much traffic does FAS 1872-DEERING R over Ewing Creek carry?
About 1,200 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is FAS 1872-DEERING R over Ewing Creek?
The structure is 209 ft (63.8 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.
Who owns FAS 1872-DEERING R over Ewing Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.