Macarthur Blvd over FAI 72
GoodSangamon County, Illinois · 1.5 MI W I-55 · Structure no. 084051300000000
- Built
- 2009
- 16 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 228 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,200
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Macarthur Blvd over FAI 72 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Macarthur Blvd over FAI 72 in Sangamon County, Illinois. It was built in 2009, so it is 16 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 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 8,200 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,990 by 2046. The structure is 228 ft (69.5 m) long and 109 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Macarthur Blvd over FAI 72 built?
It was built in 2009, making it 16 years old in 2025.
What condition is Macarthur Blvd over FAI 72 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 2023.
How much traffic does Macarthur Blvd over FAI 72 carry?
About 8,200 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Macarthur Blvd over FAI 72?
The structure is 228 ft (69.5 m) long with a longest span of 117 ft (35.7 m) and a deck 109 ft wide.
Who owns Macarthur Blvd over FAI 72?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.