FAS-348 (CH-1) over Fork of Mazon River
PoorLivingston County, Illinois · 1 MI E of Odell · Structure no. 053344500000000
- Built
- 1983
- 42 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Channel Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 86 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 250
- 2023 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
FAS-348 (CH-1) over Fork of Mazon River is a concrete channel beam carrying FAS-348 (CH-1) over Fork of Mazon River in Livingston 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 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 250 vehicles a day, roughly 30% of them trucks, projected to reach 278 by 2046. The structure is 86 ft (26.2 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
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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.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FAS-348 (CH-1) over Fork of Mazon River built?
It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.
What condition is FAS-348 (CH-1) over Fork of Mazon River 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does FAS-348 (CH-1) over Fork of Mazon River carry?
About 250 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 30% are trucks.
How long is FAS-348 (CH-1) over Fork of Mazon River?
The structure is 86 ft (26.2 m) long with a longest span of 27 ft (8.2 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.
Who owns FAS-348 (CH-1) over Fork of Mazon River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.