US Bridges

FAP-776 (ILL-242) over Stream

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Hamilton County, Illinois · 2 MI N Mcleansboro · Structure no. 033004000000000

Built
1990
35 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,550
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP-776 (ILL-242) over Stream is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP-776 (ILL-242) over Stream in Hamilton County, Illinois. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 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 1,550 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,566 by 2046. The structure is 22 ft (6.8 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 49.7 mi (80 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP-776 (ILL-242)
CrossesStream
Location2 MI N Mcleansboro
RouteState Highway 242
CountyHamilton County
StateIllinois
Coordinates38.12517, -88.53865
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
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 rating81.5 US tons
Inventory rating48.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length22 ft (6.8 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.4 m)
Deck width35 ft (10.7 m)
Roadway width32 ft (9.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,550 (2023)
Projected traffic1,566 by 2046
Trucks19%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed49.7 mi (80 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 FAP-776 (ILL-242) over Stream built?

It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP-776 (ILL-242) over Stream 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does FAP-776 (ILL-242) over Stream carry?

About 1,550 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.

How long is FAP-776 (ILL-242) over Stream?

The structure is 22 ft (6.8 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.

Who owns FAP-776 (ILL-242) over Stream?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.