US Bridges

FAS 1449-CH 34 over At&sf RR (801401M)

Fair

Fulton County, Illinois · N1/2-21-T6NR1E · Structure no. 029302700000000

Built
1961
64 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
258 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
100
2020 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAS 1449-CH 34 over At&sf RR (801401M) is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAS 1449-CH 34 over At&sf RR (801401M) in Fulton County, Illinois. It was built in 1961, so it is 64 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 100 vehicles a day, roughly 41% of them trucks, projected to reach 101 by 2046. The structure is 258 ft (78.6 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesFAS 1449-CH 34
CrossesAt&sf RR (801401M)
LocationN1/2-21-T6NR1E
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyFulton County
StateIllinois
Coordinates40.49383, -90.39801
Functional classRural Minor 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
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating43.5 US tons
Inventory rating25 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 15
Structure length258 ft (78.6 m)
Longest span71 ft (21.6 m)
Deck width28 ft (8.5 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic100 (2020)
Projected traffic101 by 2046
Trucks41%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad and waterway
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 1449-CH 34 over At&sf RR (801401M) built?

It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAS 1449-CH 34 over At&sf RR (801401M) 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does FAS 1449-CH 34 over At&sf RR (801401M) carry?

About 100 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 41% are trucks.

How long is FAS 1449-CH 34 over At&sf RR (801401M)?

The structure is 258 ft (78.6 m) long with a longest span of 71 ft (21.6 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.

Who owns FAS 1449-CH 34 over At&sf RR (801401M)?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.