FAS 1439 - Ch 8 over Troublesome Creek
GoodMcDonough County, Illinois · NE-31-T5NR3W · Structure no. 055302600000000
- Built
- 1931
- 94 years old, rebuilt 1986
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 144 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 650
- 2021 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
FAS 1439 - Ch 8 over Troublesome Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying FAS 1439 - Ch 8 over Troublesome Creek in McDonough County, Illinois. It was built in 1931 and reconstructed in 1986, so it is 94 years old, older 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 650 vehicles a day, roughly 23% of them trucks, projected to reach 657 by 2046. The structure is 144 ft (43.9 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FAS 1439 - Ch 8 over Troublesome Creek built?
It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1986.
What condition is FAS 1439 - Ch 8 over Troublesome Creek 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 December 2024.
How much traffic does FAS 1439 - Ch 8 over Troublesome Creek carry?
About 650 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 23% are trucks.
How long is FAS 1439 - Ch 8 over Troublesome Creek?
The structure is 144 ft (43.9 m) long with a longest span of 48 ft (14.6 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns FAS 1439 - Ch 8 over Troublesome Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.