FAS 773/ Alhambra over Silver Ck
PoorClosed to trafficMadison County, Illinois · 1.0MI N Alhambra · Structure no. 060319000000000
- Built
- 1971
- 54 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 213 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 600
- 2021 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
FAS 773/ Alhambra over Silver Ck is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAS 773/ Alhambra over Silver Ck in Madison County, Illinois. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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 4 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. Its operating status is: closed to all traffic.
It carries about 600 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 642 by 2046. The structure is 213 ft (64.9 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FAS 773/ Alhambra over Silver Ck built?
It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.
What condition is FAS 773/ Alhambra over Silver Ck 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 November 2023.
How much traffic does FAS 773/ Alhambra over Silver Ck carry?
About 600 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is FAS 773/ Alhambra over Silver Ck?
The structure is 213 ft (64.9 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns FAS 773/ Alhambra over Silver Ck?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.