Ch 16 over I-55&W F R(fas 1769)
FairMontgomery County, Illinois · E Edge Waggoner · Structure no. 068004100000000
- Built
- 1972
- 53 years old, rebuilt 2023
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 340 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 100
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ch 16 over I-55&W F R(fas 1769) is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ch 16 over I-55&W F R(fas 1769) in Montgomery County, Illinois. It was built in 1972 and reconstructed in 2023, so it is 53 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 100 vehicles a day, roughly 45% of them trucks, projected to reach 101 by 2046. The structure is 340 ft (103.7 m) long and 31 ft wide.
Location
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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 | 9 Excellent | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Ch 16 over I-55&W F R(fas 1769) built?
It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2023.
What condition is Ch 16 over I-55&W F R(fas 1769) 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does Ch 16 over I-55&W F R(fas 1769) carry?
About 100 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 45% are trucks.
How long is Ch 16 over I-55&W F R(fas 1769)?
The structure is 340 ft (103.7 m) long with a longest span of 101 ft (30.8 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns Ch 16 over I-55&W F R(fas 1769)?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.