US Bridges

FAP 42-IL 13/127 over Unnamed Stream

Good

Jackson County, Illinois · 1 MI So Vergennes · Structure no. 039202200000000

Built
1999
26 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
40 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
4,000
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 42-IL 13/127 over Unnamed Stream is a concrete culvert carrying FAP 42-IL 13/127 over Unnamed Stream in Jackson County, Illinois. It was built in 1999, so it is 26 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 4,000 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,990 by 2046. The structure is 40 ft (12.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 42-IL 13/127
CrossesUnnamed Stream
Location1 MI So Vergennes
RouteState Highway 13
CountyJackson County
StateIllinois
Coordinates37.88383, -89.33007
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating82.1 US tons
Inventory rating48.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length40 ft (12.1 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,000 (2023)
Projected traffic3,990 by 2046
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.8 mi (19 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 42-IL 13/127 over Unnamed Stream built?

It was built in 1999, making it 26 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 42-IL 13/127 over Unnamed 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does FAP 42-IL 13/127 over Unnamed Stream carry?

About 4,000 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is FAP 42-IL 13/127 over Unnamed Stream?

The structure is 40 ft (12.1 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns FAP 42-IL 13/127 over Unnamed Stream?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.