US Bridges

College Ave FAU 63 over Pheasant Creek

Fair

McLean County, Illinois · 1.5 Nnw 51 & 150 · Structure no. 057782800000000

Built
1981
44 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
37 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
11,800
2024 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

College Ave FAU 63 over Pheasant Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying College Ave FAU 63 over Pheasant 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 6 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 11,800 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,029 by 2046. The structure is 37 ft (11.4 m) long.

Location

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CarriesCollege Ave FAU 63
CrossesPheasant Creek
Location1.5 Nnw 51 & 150
CountyMcLean County
StateIllinois
Coordinates40.50985, -89.00048
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.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating81.5 US tons
Inventory rating48.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length37 ft (11.4 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic11,800 (2024)
Projected traffic13,029 by 2046
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
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 College Ave FAU 63 over Pheasant Creek built?

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

What condition is College Ave FAU 63 over Pheasant 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 November 2023.

How much traffic does College Ave FAU 63 over Pheasant Creek carry?

About 11,800 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is College Ave FAU 63 over Pheasant Creek?

The structure is 37 ft (11.4 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.8 m).

Who owns College Ave FAU 63 over Pheasant Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.