US Bridges

FAS-819 (CH-39) over West Creek

Good

Jefferson County, Illinois · 1 MI W Dix · Structure no. 041503400000000

Built
1989
36 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
40 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,450
2021 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAS-819 (CH-39) over West Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FAS-819 (CH-39) over West Creek in Jefferson 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 1,450 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,465 by 2046. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

CarriesFAS-819 (CH-39)
CrossesWest Creek
Location1 MI W Dix
RouteCounty Highway 0
Coordinates38.44013, -88.98009
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 inspectionDecember 2024
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 rating48.9 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length40 ft (12.2 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 traffic1,450 (2021)
Projected traffic1,465 by 2046
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 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 West Creek built?

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

What condition is FAS-819 (CH-39) over West 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 2024.

How much traffic does FAS-819 (CH-39) over West Creek carry?

About 1,450 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is FAS-819 (CH-39) over West Creek?

The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns FAS-819 (CH-39) over West Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.