US 45 FAS 317 over Prairie Creek
GoodIroquois County, Illinois · 3.34 MI N of US 24 · Structure no. 038201700000000
- Built
- 2008
- 17 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2021
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,350
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 45 FAS 317 over Prairie Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 45 FAS 317 over Prairie Creek in Iroquois County, Illinois. It was built in 2008, so it is 17 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 1,350 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,414 by 2046. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 45 FAS 317 over Prairie Creek built?
It was built in 2008, making it 17 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 45 FAS 317 over Prairie Creek 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 US 45 FAS 317 over Prairie Creek carry?
About 1,350 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is US 45 FAS 317 over Prairie Creek?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.6 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.
Who owns US 45 FAS 317 over Prairie Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.