FAS 206-CH 4 over Edwards River
FairMercer County, Illinois · S.CTR-24-T15NR1W · Structure no. 066311100000000
- Built
- 1947
- 78 years old, rebuilt 1996
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 182 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 775
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
FAS 206-CH 4 over Edwards River is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying FAS 206-CH 4 over Edwards River in Mercer County, Illinois. It was built in 1947 and reconstructed in 1996, so it is 78 years old, older than the Illinois average of 45.3 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 775 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 960 by 2046. The structure is 182 ft (55.5 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FAS 206-CH 4 over Edwards River built?
It was built in 1947, making it 78 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1996.
What condition is FAS 206-CH 4 over Edwards River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in September 2024.
How much traffic does FAS 206-CH 4 over Edwards River carry?
About 775 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is FAS 206-CH 4 over Edwards River?
The structure is 182 ft (55.5 m) long with a longest span of 73 ft (22.4 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.
Who owns FAS 206-CH 4 over Edwards River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.