US Bridges

FAI 72 Ramp a over Drainage Ditch

Good

Scott County, Illinois · I-72 & Il 100 Int · Structure no. 086200200000000

Built
1981
44 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
38 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
550
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAI 72 Ramp a over Drainage Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying FAI 72 Ramp a over Drainage Ditch in Scott County, Illinois. It was built in 1981, so it is 44 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 550 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 556 by 2046. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long.

Location

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CarriesFAI 72 Ramp a
CrossesDrainage Ditch
LocationI-72 & Il 100 Int
CountyScott County
StateIllinois
Coordinates39.68391, -90.57277
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionDecember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating86.4 US tons
Inventory rating51.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length38 ft (11.6 m)
Longest span22 ft (6.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic550 (2020)
Projected traffic556 by 2046
Trucks20%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 FAI 72 Ramp a over Drainage Ditch built?

It was built in 1981, making it 44 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAI 72 Ramp a over Drainage Ditch 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 December 2023.

How much traffic does FAI 72 Ramp a over Drainage Ditch carry?

About 550 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.

How long is FAI 72 Ramp a over Drainage Ditch?

The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 22 ft (6.7 m).

Who owns FAI 72 Ramp a over Drainage Ditch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.