US Bridges

FAS 379-IL 167 over North Creek

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Knox County, Illinois · .15MI S US 34/IL 167 · Structure no. 048250400000000

Built
2020
5 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,450
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAS 379-IL 167 over North Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAS 379-IL 167 over North Creek in Knox County, Illinois. It was built in 2020, so it is 5 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 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,616 by 2046. The structure is 22 ft (6.8 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.9 mi (40 km).

Location

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CarriesFAS 379-IL 167
CrossesNorth Creek
Location.15MI S US 34/IL 167
RouteState Highway 167
CountyKnox County
StateIllinois
Coordinates41.03261, -90.2728
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating98.2 US tons
Inventory rating98.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length22 ft (6.8 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.3 m)
Deck width32 ft (9.8 m)
Roadway width32 ft (9.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,450 (2023)
Projected traffic1,616 by 2046
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed24.9 mi (40 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 FAS 379-IL 167 over North Creek built?

It was built in 2020, making it 5 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAS 379-IL 167 over North 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 November 2023.

How much traffic does FAS 379-IL 167 over North Creek carry?

About 1,450 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FAS 379-IL 167 over North Creek?

The structure is 22 ft (6.8 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.3 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.

Who owns FAS 379-IL 167 over North Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.