US Bridges

FAP-332 (ILL-1) over Embarras R Overflow

Poor

Lawrence County, Illinois · 1 MI N US-50 · Structure no. 051000400000000

Built
1964
61 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected August 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
375 ft
8 main spans
Daily traffic
5,400
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP-332 (ILL-1) over Embarras R Overflow is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAP-332 (ILL-1) over Embarras R Overflow in Lawrence 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 poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

It carries about 5,400 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,202 by 2046. The structure is 375 ft (114.3 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 41 mi (66 km).

CarriesFAP-332 (ILL-1)
CrossesEmbarras R Overflow
Location1 MI N US-50
RouteState Highway 1
Coordinates38.75509, -87.68366
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Superstructure4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating63.9 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans8 (+1 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length375 ft (114.3 m)
Longest span43 ft (13.1 m)
Deck width36 ft (10.9 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,400 (2023)
Projected traffic5,202 by 2046
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed41 mi (66 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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-332 (ILL-1) over Embarras R Overflow built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP-332 (ILL-1) over Embarras R Overflow in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in August 2024.

How much traffic does FAP-332 (ILL-1) over Embarras R Overflow carry?

About 5,400 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is FAP-332 (ILL-1) over Embarras R Overflow?

The structure is 375 ft (114.3 m) long with a longest span of 43 ft (13.1 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.

Who owns FAP-332 (ILL-1) over Embarras R Overflow?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.