US Bridges

Il 3-FAP 312 over Austin Creek

Good

Jackson County, Illinois · Near IL13&151 Intsct · Structure no. 039202500000000

Built
2001
24 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
37 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,150
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Il 3-FAP 312 over Austin Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Il 3-FAP 312 over Austin Creek in Jackson County, Illinois. It was built in 2001, so it is 24 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 2,150 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,374 by 2046. The structure is 37 ft (11.4 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 34.8 mi (56 km).

CarriesIl 3-FAP 312
CrossesAustin Creek
LocationNear IL13&151 Intsct
RouteState Highway 3
Coordinates37.78672, -89.53104
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionDecember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating98.9 US tons
Inventory rating59.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length37 ft (11.4 m)
Longest span36 ft (11 m)
Deck width40 ft (12.2 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,150 (2023)
Projected traffic2,374 by 2046
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed34.8 mi (56 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 Il 3-FAP 312 over Austin Creek built?

It was built in 2001, making it 24 years old in 2025.

What condition is Il 3-FAP 312 over Austin 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 December 2023.

How much traffic does Il 3-FAP 312 over Austin Creek carry?

About 2,150 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is Il 3-FAP 312 over Austin Creek?

The structure is 37 ft (11.4 m) long with a longest span of 36 ft (11 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.

Who owns Il 3-FAP 312 over Austin Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.