FAS-2706 (CH-6) over N Fk Embarras River
FairJasper County, Illinois · 2.5 MI SE Yale · Structure no. 040302000000000
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 123 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 100
- 2021 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
FAS-2706 (CH-6) over N Fk Embarras River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAS-2706 (CH-6) over N Fk Embarras River in Jasper County, Illinois. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 100 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 102 by 2046. The structure is 123 ft (37.5 m) long and 22 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FAS-2706 (CH-6) over N Fk Embarras River built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.
What condition is FAS-2706 (CH-6) over N Fk Embarras River 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 January 2023.
How much traffic does FAS-2706 (CH-6) over N Fk Embarras River carry?
About 100 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is FAS-2706 (CH-6) over N Fk Embarras River?
The structure is 123 ft (37.5 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 22 ft wide.
Who owns FAS-2706 (CH-6) over N Fk Embarras River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.