FAS 214-CH 13 over Douglas Creek
PoorMercer County, Illinois · SE-2-T13NR4W · Structure no. 066304200000000
- Built
- 1942
- 83 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 75
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
FAS 214-CH 13 over Douglas Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FAS 214-CH 13 over Douglas Creek in Mercer County, Illinois. It was built in 1942, so it is 83 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.
It carries about 75 vehicles a day, roughly 43% of them trucks, projected to reach 101 by 2046. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long.
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FAS 214-CH 13 over Douglas Creek built?
It was built in 1942, making it 83 years old in 2025.
What condition is FAS 214-CH 13 over Douglas Creek 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does FAS 214-CH 13 over Douglas Creek carry?
About 75 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 43% are trucks.
How long is FAS 214-CH 13 over Douglas Creek?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns FAS 214-CH 13 over Douglas Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.