US Bridges

FAI-57 over Br E Fork Kaskaskia

Good

Marion County, Illinois · .5 MI N Kimundy Int · Structure no. 061201600000000

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
36 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
18,100
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAI-57 over Br E Fork Kaskaskia is a concrete culvert carrying FAI-57 over Br E Fork Kaskaskia in Marion County, Illinois. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 years old, older 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 18,100 vehicles a day, roughly 58% of them trucks, projected to reach 25,351 by 2046. The structure is 36 ft (10.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).

CarriesFAI-57
CrossesBr E Fork Kaskaskia
Location.5 MI N Kimundy Int
RouteInterstate 57
Coordinates38.76429, -88.88905
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating78.3 US tons
Inventory rating46.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length36 ft (10.9 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.2 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic18,100 (2023)
Projected traffic25,351 by 2046
Trucks58%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.8 mi (19 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

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 FAI-57 over Br E Fork Kaskaskia built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAI-57 over Br E Fork Kaskaskia 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does FAI-57 over Br E Fork Kaskaskia carry?

About 18,100 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 58% are trucks.

How long is FAI-57 over Br E Fork Kaskaskia?

The structure is 36 ft (10.9 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.2 m).

Who owns FAI-57 over Br E Fork Kaskaskia?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.