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FAS-1860 (ILL-250) over Stream

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Lawrence County, Illinois · 3.2 MI E Sumner · Structure no. 051200200000000

Built
1997
28 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2021
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,050
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAS-1860 (ILL-250) over Stream is a concrete culvert carrying FAS-1860 (ILL-250) over Stream in Lawrence County, Illinois. It was built in 1997, so it is 28 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 2,050 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,374 by 2046. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

Location

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CarriesFAS-1860 (ILL-250)
CrossesStream
Location3.2 MI E Sumner
RouteState Highway 250
CountyLawrence County
StateIllinois
Coordinates38.71664, -87.80247
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.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJune 2021
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating84.7 US tons
Inventory rating50.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length22 ft (6.7 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 traffic2,050 (2023)
Projected traffic2,374 by 2046
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.7 mi (14 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-1860 (ILL-250) over Stream built?

It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAS-1860 (ILL-250) over Stream 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 June 2021.

How much traffic does FAS-1860 (ILL-250) over Stream carry?

About 2,050 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is FAS-1860 (ILL-250) over Stream?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns FAS-1860 (ILL-250) over Stream?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.