US Bridges

Il 47 FAP 326 over Vermilion River

Good

Livingston County, Illinois · 3.63 MI S of Il 116 · Structure no. 053017900000000

Built
2008
17 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2021
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
192 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,100
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Il 47 FAP 326 over Vermilion River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Il 47 FAP 326 over Vermilion River in Livingston County, Illinois. It was built in 2008, so it is 17 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 2,100 vehicles a day, roughly 36% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,273 by 2046. The structure is 192 ft (58.5 m) long and 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesIl 47 FAP 326
CrossesVermilion River
Location3.63 MI S of Il 116
RouteState Highway 47
CountyLivingston County
StateIllinois
Coordinates40.83836, -88.41294
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMarch 2021
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 adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating63.6 US tons
Inventory rating37.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length192 ft (58.5 m)
Longest span68 ft (20.7 m)
Deck width39 ft (11.9 m)
Roadway width36 ft (11 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,100 (2023)
Projected traffic2,273 by 2046
Trucks36%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 Il 47 FAP 326 over Vermilion River built?

It was built in 2008, making it 17 years old in 2025.

What condition is Il 47 FAP 326 over Vermilion River 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 March 2021.

How much traffic does Il 47 FAP 326 over Vermilion River carry?

About 2,100 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 36% are trucks.

How long is Il 47 FAP 326 over Vermilion River?

The structure is 192 ft (58.5 m) long with a longest span of 68 ft (20.7 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.

Who owns Il 47 FAP 326 over Vermilion River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.