FAU 8179 over Creek
GoodPosted for loadMorgan County, Illinois · .25 S Jacksonville · Structure no. 069500100000000
- Built
- 1960
- 65 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2022
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 26 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,200
- 2024 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
FAU 8179 over Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAU 8179 over Creek in Morgan County, Illinois. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 2,200 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,576 by 2046. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FAU 8179 over Creek built?
It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.
What condition is FAU 8179 over 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 May 2022.
How much traffic does FAU 8179 over Creek carry?
About 2,200 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is FAU 8179 over Creek?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns FAU 8179 over Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.