US Bridges

Il 255 SB (FAP310S over FAS 1765 Seminary RD

Good

Madison County, Illinois · 1.5MI S Seiler RD · Structure no. 060030500000000

Built
2006
19 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
110 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
13,600
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Il 255 SB (FAP310S over FAS 1765 Seminary RD is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Il 255 SB (FAP310S over FAS 1765 Seminary RD in Madison County, Illinois. It was built in 2006, so it is 19 years old, younger than the Illinois average of 45.3 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 13,600 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,490 by 2046. The structure is 110 ft (33.4 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesIl 255 SB (FAP310S
CrossesFAS 1765 Seminary RD
Location1.5MI S Seiler RD
RouteState Highway 255
Coordinates38.94807, -90.14182
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating102.8 US tons
Inventory rating40.3 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length110 ft (33.4 m)
Longest span108 ft (33 m)
Deck width45 ft (13.6 m)
Roadway width41 ft (12.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic13,600 (2023)
Projected traffic7,490 by 2046
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesOverpass structure at an interchange
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 SB (FAP310S over FAS 1765 Seminary RD built?

It was built in 2006, making it 19 years old in 2025.

What condition is Il 255 SB (FAP310S over FAS 1765 Seminary RD in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in November 2024.

How much traffic does Il 255 SB (FAP310S over FAS 1765 Seminary RD carry?

About 13,600 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is Il 255 SB (FAP310S over FAS 1765 Seminary RD?

The structure is 110 ft (33.4 m) long with a longest span of 108 ft (33 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.

Who owns Il 255 SB (FAP310S over FAS 1765 Seminary RD?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.