FAU 7355(CH 24) over Lake Decatur
PoorMacon County, Illinois · Lk Decatur E Side · Structure no. 058303300000000
- Built
- 1957
- 68 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 172 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,200
- 2023 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
FAU 7355(CH 24) over Lake Decatur is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAU 7355(CH 24) over Lake Decatur in Macon County, Illinois. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 years old, older than the Illinois average of 45.3 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 2 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 2,200 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,970 by 2046. The structure is 172 ft (52.4 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 2 Critical | Advanced deterioration of primary structural elements. Bridge may be closed until corrective action is taken. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FAU 7355(CH 24) over Lake Decatur built?
It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.
What condition is FAU 7355(CH 24) over Lake Decatur in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in August 2024.
How much traffic does FAU 7355(CH 24) over Lake Decatur carry?
About 2,200 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is FAU 7355(CH 24) over Lake Decatur?
The structure is 172 ft (52.4 m) long with a longest span of 65 ft (19.8 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns FAU 7355(CH 24) over Lake Decatur?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.