US Bridges

Il 255 NB (FAP310N over New Poag Rd/Levee RD

Fair

Madison County, Illinois · 2.70 MI North of 270 · Structure no. 060027600000000

Built
1995
30 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
182 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
33,700
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Il 255 NB (FAP310N over New Poag Rd/Levee RD is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Il 255 NB (FAP310N over New Poag Rd/Levee RD in Madison County, Illinois. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 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 33,700 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,297 by 2046. The structure is 182 ft (55.4 m) long and 53 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesIl 255 NB (FAP310N
CrossesNew Poag Rd/Levee RD
Location2.70 MI North of 270
RouteState Highway 255
CountyMadison County
StateIllinois
Coordinates38.80036, -90.04429
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating76.1 US tons
Inventory rating45.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length182 ft (55.4 m)
Longest span65 ft (19.8 m)
Deck width53 ft (16.2 m)
Roadway width50 ft (15.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic33,700 (2023)
Projected traffic18,297 by 2046
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesOverpass structure at an interchange
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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 Il 255 NB (FAP310N over New Poag Rd/Levee RD built?

It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.

What condition is Il 255 NB (FAP310N over New Poag Rd/Levee RD 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 2024.

How much traffic does Il 255 NB (FAP310N over New Poag Rd/Levee RD carry?

About 33,700 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is Il 255 NB (FAP310N over New Poag Rd/Levee RD?

The structure is 182 ft (55.4 m) long with a longest span of 65 ft (19.8 m) and a deck 53 ft wide.

Who owns Il 255 NB (FAP310N over New Poag Rd/Levee RD?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.