US Bridges

W Main ST (fau 738 over Stevens Creek

Fair

Macon County, Illinois · W Edge of Decatur · Structure no. 058011900000000

Built
1988
37 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected December 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
209 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,300
2020 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

W Main ST (fau 738 over Stevens Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying W Main ST (fau 738 over Stevens Creek in Macon County, Illinois. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 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 2,300 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,323 by 2046. The structure is 209 ft (63.7 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesW Main ST (fau 738
CrossesStevens Creek
LocationW Edge of Decatur
CountyMacon County
StateIllinois
Coordinates39.84406, -89.00224
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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionDecember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating65.4 US tons
Inventory rating38.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length209 ft (63.7 m)
Longest span103 ft (31.4 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.8 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,300 (2020)
Projected traffic2,323 by 2046
Trucks5%
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 W Main ST (fau 738 over Stevens Creek built?

It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.

What condition is W Main ST (fau 738 over Stevens 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 December 2023.

How much traffic does W Main ST (fau 738 over Stevens Creek carry?

About 2,300 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is W Main ST (fau 738 over Stevens Creek?

The structure is 209 ft (63.7 m) long with a longest span of 103 ft (31.4 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns W Main ST (fau 738 over Stevens Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.