Monroe St/ FAU 927 over Richland Creek
GoodPosted for loadSt. Clair County, Illinois · 0.32M W Ill 159 · Structure no. 082610700000000
- Built
- 1956
- 69 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 60 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,700
- 2023 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Monroe St/ FAU 927 over Richland Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Monroe St/ FAU 927 over Richland Creek in St. Clair County, Illinois. It was built in 1956, so it is 69 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 1,700 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,970 by 2046. The structure is 60 ft (18.2 m) long and 53 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Monroe St/ FAU 927 over Richland Creek built?
It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025.
What condition is Monroe St/ FAU 927 over Richland 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does Monroe St/ FAU 927 over Richland Creek carry?
About 1,700 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Monroe St/ FAU 927 over Richland Creek?
The structure is 60 ft (18.2 m) long with a longest span of 29 ft (8.9 m) and a deck 53 ft wide.
Who owns Monroe St/ FAU 927 over Richland Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.