US Bridges

Emerson ST FAU 635 over Cntryclb Br Sugar CR

Fair

McLean County, Illinois · 0.75 MI NE 51 & 150 · Structure no. 057630300000000

Built
1946
79 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
6,400
2024 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Emerson ST FAU 635 over Cntryclb Br Sugar CR is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Emerson ST FAU 635 over Cntryclb Br Sugar CR in McLean County, Illinois. It was built in 1946, so it is 79 years old, older 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 6,400 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,616 by 2046. The structure is 22 ft (6.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesEmerson ST FAU 635
CrossesCntryclb Br Sugar CR
Location0.75 MI NE 51 & 150
CountyMcLean County
StateIllinois
Coordinates40.49321, -88.98118
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating28.9 US tons
Inventory rating17.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length22 ft (6.6 m)
Longest span10 ft (3.2 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,400 (2024)
Projected traffic6,616 by 2046
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 Emerson ST FAU 635 over Cntryclb Br Sugar CR built?

It was built in 1946, making it 79 years old in 2025.

What condition is Emerson ST FAU 635 over Cntryclb Br Sugar CR 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does Emerson ST FAU 635 over Cntryclb Br Sugar CR carry?

About 6,400 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Emerson ST FAU 635 over Cntryclb Br Sugar CR?

The structure is 22 ft (6.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3.2 m).

Who owns Emerson ST FAU 635 over Cntryclb Br Sugar CR?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.