US Bridges

FAS-819 (CH-39) over Branch Big Muddy

Good

Jefferson County, Illinois · 1 MI N Cravat · Structure no. 041501000000000

Built
1982
43 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
40 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,150
2021 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAS-819 (CH-39) over Branch Big Muddy is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAS-819 (CH-39) over Branch Big Muddy in Jefferson County, Illinois. It was built in 1982, so it is 43 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 1,150 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,162 by 2046. The structure is 40 ft (12.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).

CarriesFAS-819 (CH-39)
CrossesBranch Big Muddy
Location1 MI N Cravat
RouteCounty Highway 0
Coordinates38.43827, -89.08467
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating76.1 US tons
Inventory rating45.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length40 ft (12.1 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,150 (2021)
Projected traffic1,162 by 2046
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.8 mi (19 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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 FAS-819 (CH-39) over Branch Big Muddy built?

It was built in 1982, making it 43 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAS-819 (CH-39) over Branch Big Muddy 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 2023.

How much traffic does FAS-819 (CH-39) over Branch Big Muddy carry?

About 1,150 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is FAS-819 (CH-39) over Branch Big Muddy?

The structure is 40 ft (12.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns FAS-819 (CH-39) over Branch Big Muddy?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.