Ch 15 FAS 491 over Branch Salt Creek
GoodMcLean County, Illinois · 6.0 MI W Bellflower · Structure no. 057572800000000
- Built
- 1983
- 42 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 26 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 150
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ch 15 FAS 491 over Branch Salt Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Ch 15 FAS 491 over Branch Salt Creek in McLean 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 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 150 vehicles a day, roughly 51% of them trucks, projected to reach 227 by 2046. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Ch 15 FAS 491 over Branch Salt Creek built?
It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.
What condition is Ch 15 FAS 491 over Branch Salt 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does Ch 15 FAS 491 over Branch Salt Creek carry?
About 150 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 51% are trucks.
How long is Ch 15 FAS 491 over Branch Salt Creek?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns Ch 15 FAS 491 over Branch Salt Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.