FAU-165 (w Solon R over N Br Nippersink CR
PoorPosted for loadMcHenry County, Illinois · 0.5M E IL-31 · Structure no. 056314200000000
- Built
- 1983
- 42 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Box Beam or Girders - Multiple
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 86 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 325
- 2021 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
FAU-165 (w Solon R over N Br Nippersink CR is a prestressed concrete box beam or girders - multiple carrying FAU-165 (w Solon R over N Br Nippersink CR in McHenry 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 325 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 390 by 2046. The structure is 86 ft (26.1 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 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 | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FAU-165 (w Solon R over N Br Nippersink CR built?
It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.
What condition is FAU-165 (w Solon R over N Br Nippersink CR 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does FAU-165 (w Solon R over N Br Nippersink CR carry?
About 325 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is FAU-165 (w Solon R over N Br Nippersink CR?
The structure is 86 ft (26.1 m) long with a longest span of 27 ft (8.2 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.
Who owns FAU-165 (w Solon R over N Br Nippersink CR?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.