US Bridges

Fox Creek RD(FAU64 over Southern Pac RR

Fair

McLean County, Illinois · 1 MI Nnw 55 & 74 · Structure no. 057342000000000

Built
1982
43 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
153 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
5,850
2024 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Fox Creek RD(FAU64 over Southern Pac RR is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Fox Creek RD(FAU64 over Southern Pac RR in McLean County, Illinois. It was built in 1982, so it is 43 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 5,850 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,858 by 2046. The structure is 153 ft (46.6 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesFox Creek RD(FAU64
CrossesSouthern Pac RR
Location1 MI Nnw 55 & 74
CountyMcLean County
StateIllinois
Coordinates40.44986, -89.02531
Functional classUrban 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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating48.9 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length153 ft (46.6 m)
Longest span61 ft (18.6 m)
Deck width30 ft (9.1 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,850 (2024)
Projected traffic5,858 by 2046
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal 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 Fox Creek RD(FAU64 over Southern Pac RR built?

It was built in 1982, making it 43 years old in 2025.

What condition is Fox Creek RD(FAU64 over Southern Pac RR 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does Fox Creek RD(FAU64 over Southern Pac RR carry?

About 5,850 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is Fox Creek RD(FAU64 over Southern Pac RR?

The structure is 153 ft (46.6 m) long with a longest span of 61 ft (18.6 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.

Who owns Fox Creek RD(FAU64 over Southern Pac RR?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.