FAS 1656(CH 23) over I-57
FairShelby County, Illinois · 1 MI N Eff CO Line · Structure no. 087001000000000
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 224 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 800
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FAS 1656(CH 23) over I-57 is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAS 1656(CH 23) over I-57 in Shelby County, Illinois. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 years old, older than the Illinois average of 45.3 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 800 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 657 by 2046. The structure is 224 ft (68.2 m) long and 32 ft wide.
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FAS 1656(CH 23) over I-57 built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.
What condition is FAS 1656(CH 23) over I-57 in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in May 2023.
How much traffic does FAS 1656(CH 23) over I-57 carry?
About 800 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is FAS 1656(CH 23) over I-57?
The structure is 224 ft (68.2 m) long with a longest span of 68 ft (20.7 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns FAS 1656(CH 23) over I-57?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.