US Bridges

FAI 72 over TR 44

Good

Scott County, Illinois · 1.6MI W I72/100 Int · Structure no. 086200700000000

Built
1987
38 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
28 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
9,900
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAI 72 over TR 44 is a concrete culvert carrying FAI 72 over TR 44 in Scott County, Illinois. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 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 9,900 vehicles a day, roughly 34% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,191 by 2046. The structure is 28 ft (8.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesFAI 72
CrossesTR 44
Location1.6MI W I72/100 Int
RouteInterstate 72
Coordinates39.68827, -90.59738
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
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating75.4 US tons
Inventory rating45.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length28 ft (8.6 m)
Longest span27 ft (8.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,900 (2023)
Projected traffic9,191 by 2046
Trucks34%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$76,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was FAI 72 over TR 44 built?

It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAI 72 over TR 44 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does FAI 72 over TR 44 carry?

About 9,900 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 34% are trucks.

How long is FAI 72 over TR 44?

The structure is 28 ft (8.6 m) long with a longest span of 27 ft (8.3 m).

Who owns FAI 72 over TR 44?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.