US Bridges

Ch 19 FAS 240 over Edwards R. Trib.

Fair

Henry County, Illinois · 2 1/2 Mi. S. Andover · Structure no. 037500200000000

Built
1950
75 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
28 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
350
2020 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ch 19 FAS 240 over Edwards R. Trib. is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Ch 19 FAS 240 over Edwards R. Trib. in Henry County, Illinois. It was built in 1950, so it is 75 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 350 vehicles a day, roughly 39% of them trucks, projected to reach 378 by 2046. The structure is 28 ft (8.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.3 mi (31 km).

Location

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CarriesCh 19 FAS 240
CrossesEdwards R. Trib.
Location2 1/2 Mi. S. Andover
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyHenry County
StateIllinois
Coordinates41.25868, -90.28532
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMay 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 rating35.7 US tons
Inventory rating19.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length28 ft (8.4 m)
Longest span13 ft (4.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic350 (2020)
Projected traffic378 by 2046
Trucks39%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed19.3 mi (31 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 Ch 19 FAS 240 over Edwards R. Trib. built?

It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ch 19 FAS 240 over Edwards R. Trib. 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does Ch 19 FAS 240 over Edwards R. Trib. carry?

About 350 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 39% are trucks.

How long is Ch 19 FAS 240 over Edwards R. Trib.?

The structure is 28 ft (8.4 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4.1 m).

Who owns Ch 19 FAS 240 over Edwards R. Trib.?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.