US Bridges

FAS 452-CH 2 over Branch of Swegle

Fair

Fulton County, Illinois · E1/2-4-T8NR2E · Structure no. 029300900000000

Built
1952
73 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2023
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
60 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
475
2020 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAS 452-CH 2 over Branch of Swegle is a steel culvert carrying FAS 452-CH 2 over Branch of Swegle in Fulton County, Illinois. It was built in 1952, so it is 73 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 475 vehicles a day, roughly 29% of them trucks, projected to reach 480 by 2046. The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesFAS 452-CH 2
CrossesBranch of Swegle
LocationE1/2-4-T8NR2E
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyFulton County
StateIllinois
Coordinates40.70429, -90.27163
Functional classRural Major 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
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionNovember 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
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44.6 US tons
Inventory rating26.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length60 ft (18.3 m)
Longest span17 ft (5.2 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic475 (2020)
Projected traffic480 by 2046
Trucks29%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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 452-CH 2 over Branch of Swegle built?

It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAS 452-CH 2 over Branch of Swegle 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 November 2023.

How much traffic does FAS 452-CH 2 over Branch of Swegle carry?

About 475 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 29% are trucks.

How long is FAS 452-CH 2 over Branch of Swegle?

The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long with a longest span of 17 ft (5.2 m).

Who owns FAS 452-CH 2 over Branch of Swegle?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.