FAI 255 over Mcdonough Lake Ditch
GoodMadison County, Illinois · .68MI N Black Lane · Structure no. 060202600000000
- Built
- 1987
- 38 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2025
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 22 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 40,300
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FAI 255 over Mcdonough Lake Ditch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAI 255 over Mcdonough Lake Ditch in Madison County, Illinois. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 40,300 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 44,619 by 2046. The structure is 22 ft (6.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FAI 255 over Mcdonough Lake Ditch built?
It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.
What condition is FAI 255 over Mcdonough Lake Ditch 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 January 2025.
How much traffic does FAI 255 over Mcdonough Lake Ditch carry?
About 40,300 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is FAI 255 over Mcdonough Lake Ditch?
The structure is 22 ft (6.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns FAI 255 over Mcdonough Lake Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.