Il 37 / FAU 8565 over Town Creek
GoodMarion County, Illinois · Salem · Structure no. 061202400000000
- Built
- 2002
- 23 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 39 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,800
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Il 37 / FAU 8565 over Town Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Il 37 / FAU 8565 over Town Creek in Marion County, Illinois. It was built in 2002, so it is 23 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 5,800 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,565 by 2046. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Il 37 / FAU 8565 over Town Creek built?
It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.
What condition is Il 37 / FAU 8565 over Town Creek 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does Il 37 / FAU 8565 over Town Creek carry?
About 5,800 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is Il 37 / FAU 8565 over Town Creek?
The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns Il 37 / FAU 8565 over Town Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.