US Bridges

FAP-776 (ILL-242) over Stream

Good

Hamilton County, Illinois · 5 MI S Wayne CO LN · Structure no. 033201000000000

Built
2011
14 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2021
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
32 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,250
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 2011, so it is 14 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 1,250 vehicles a day, roughly 22% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,263 by 2046. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 49.7 mi (80 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP-776 (ILL-242)
CrossesStream
Location5 MI S Wayne CO LN
RouteState Highway 242
CountyHamilton County
StateIllinois
Coordinates38.18379, -88.5386
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionFebruary 2021
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating66.5 US tons
Inventory rating40 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length32 ft (9.8 m)
Longest span15 ft (4.6 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,250 (2023)
Projected traffic1,263 by 2046
Trucks22%
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 2011, making it 14 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 February 2021.

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

About 1,250 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 22% are trucks.

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

The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m).

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

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.