US Bridges

FAP 325(IL 16) over Richland Creek

Good

Shelby County, Illinois · 2.3 MI W Il 32 · Structure no. 087002400000000

Built
1980
45 years old, rebuilt 2019
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Box Beam or Girders - Multiple
Prestressed Concrete
Length
46 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
4,250
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 325(IL 16) over Richland Creek is a prestressed concrete box beam or girders - multiple carrying FAP 325(IL 16) over Richland Creek in Shelby County, Illinois. It was built in 1980 and reconstructed in 2019, so it is 45 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 4,250 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,242 by 2046. The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 42.3 mi (68 km).

CarriesFAP 325(IL 16)
CrossesRichland Creek
Location2.3 MI W Il 32
RouteState Highway 16
Coordinates39.40448, -88.663
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60.4 US tons
Inventory rating47.8 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length46 ft (14 m)
Longest span42 ft (12.9 m)
Deck width45 ft (13.7 m)
Roadway width45 ft (13.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,250 (2023)
Projected traffic4,242 by 2046
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed42.3 mi (68 km)
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 FAP 325(IL 16) over Richland Creek built?

It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2019.

What condition is FAP 325(IL 16) 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does FAP 325(IL 16) over Richland Creek carry?

About 4,250 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is FAP 325(IL 16) over Richland Creek?

The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long with a longest span of 42 ft (12.9 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 325(IL 16) over Richland Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.