US Bridges

FAP-95 (ILL-33) over Big Muddy Creek

Good

Jasper County, Illinois · Wheeler · Structure no. 040200600000000

Built
1989
36 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2022
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
60 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
5,700
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP-95 (ILL-33) over Big Muddy Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FAP-95 (ILL-33) over Big Muddy Creek in Jasper County, Illinois. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 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 5,700 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,304 by 2046. The structure is 60 ft (18.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 42.9 mi (69 km).

CarriesFAP-95 (ILL-33)
CrossesBig Muddy Creek
LocationWheeler
RouteState Highway 33
Coordinates39.04617, -88.3162
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating62.2 US tons
Inventory rating37.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length60 ft (18.4 m)
Longest span19 ft (5.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,700 (2023)
Projected traffic5,304 by 2046
Trucks18%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed42.9 mi (69 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-95 (ILL-33) over Big Muddy Creek built?

It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP-95 (ILL-33) over Big Muddy 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 May 2022.

How much traffic does FAP-95 (ILL-33) over Big Muddy Creek carry?

About 5,700 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.

How long is FAP-95 (ILL-33) over Big Muddy Creek?

The structure is 60 ft (18.4 m) long with a longest span of 19 ft (5.8 m).

Who owns FAP-95 (ILL-33) over Big Muddy Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.