US Bridges

Hershey RD FAU 641 over Brookridge Creek

Fair

McLean County, Illinois · 1.5 MI Ene 55 & 150 · Structure no. 057632000000000

Built
1981
44 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2023
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
49 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,850
2024 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Hershey RD FAU 641 over Brookridge Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying Hershey RD FAU 641 over Brookridge Creek in McLean County, Illinois. It was built in 1981, so it is 44 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 2,850 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,702 by 2046. The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long and 58 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesHershey RD FAU 641
CrossesBrookridge Creek
Location1.5 MI Ene 55 & 150
CountyMcLean County
StateIllinois
Coordinates40.46417, -88.94292
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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating48.9 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length49 ft (14.9 m)
Longest span18 ft (5.5 m)
Deck width58 ft (17.7 m)
Roadway width47 ft (14.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,850 (2024)
Projected traffic2,702 by 2046
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 Hershey RD FAU 641 over Brookridge Creek built?

It was built in 1981, making it 44 years old in 2025.

What condition is Hershey RD FAU 641 over Brookridge Creek 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does Hershey RD FAU 641 over Brookridge Creek carry?

About 2,850 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Hershey RD FAU 641 over Brookridge Creek?

The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long with a longest span of 18 ft (5.5 m) and a deck 58 ft wide.

Who owns Hershey RD FAU 641 over Brookridge Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.