US Bridges

FAS 2936 (unmarked over Briar Creek

Good

Pulaski County, Illinois · Ncl-Pulaski · Structure no. 077200900000000

Built
1992
33 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
33 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
950
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAS 2936 (unmarked over Briar Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAS 2936 (unmarked over Briar Creek in Pulaski County, Illinois. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 950 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 960 by 2046. The structure is 33 ft (10 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesFAS 2936 (unmarked
CrossesBriar Creek
LocationNcl-Pulaski
RouteCounty Highway 0
Coordinates37.22465, -89.20255
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating72.1 US tons
Inventory rating43.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length33 ft (10 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.3 m)
Deck width48 ft (14.6 m)
Roadway width46 ft (14 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic950 (2023)
Projected traffic960 by 2046
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAS 2936 (unmarked over Briar Creek built?

It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAS 2936 (unmarked over Briar 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does FAS 2936 (unmarked over Briar Creek carry?

About 950 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is FAS 2936 (unmarked over Briar Creek?

The structure is 33 ft (10 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.3 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.

Who owns FAS 2936 (unmarked over Briar Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.