US Bridges

Perry Road-Fas 176 over Steward Creek Branch

Fair

Lee County, Illinois · 0.2 MI E of Steward · Structure no. 052200700000000

Built
1983
42 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
36 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,600
2022 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Perry Road-Fas 176 over Steward Creek Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Perry Road-Fas 176 over Steward Creek Branch in Lee County, Illinois. It was built in 1983, so it is 42 years old, younger than the Illinois average of 45.3 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 1,600 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,515 by 2046. The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesPerry Road-Fas 176
CrossesSteward Creek Branch
Location0.2 MI E of Steward
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyLee County
StateIllinois
Coordinates41.84758, -89.00741
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJanuary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating97.1 US tons
Inventory rating48.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length36 ft (11 m)
Longest span17 ft (5.2 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,600 (2022)
Projected traffic1,515 by 2046
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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 Perry Road-Fas 176 over Steward Creek Branch built?

It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.

What condition is Perry Road-Fas 176 over Steward Creek Branch in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in January 2025.

How much traffic does Perry Road-Fas 176 over Steward Creek Branch carry?

About 1,600 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is Perry Road-Fas 176 over Steward Creek Branch?

The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long with a longest span of 17 ft (5.2 m).

Who owns Perry Road-Fas 176 over Steward Creek Branch?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.