US Bridges

FAS 642(CH 3) over Robinson Creek Trib

Good

Shelby County, Illinois · 1.75 MI W of Findlay · Structure no. 087344800000000

Built
1989
36 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2022
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
35 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,700
2024 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAS 642(CH 3) over Robinson Creek Trib is a concrete culvert carrying FAS 642(CH 3) over Robinson Creek Trib in Shelby County, Illinois. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 1,700 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,919 by 2046. The structure is 35 ft (10.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesFAS 642(CH 3)
CrossesRobinson Creek Trib
Location1.75 MI W of Findlay
RouteCounty Highway 0
Coordinates39.52192, -88.79774
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionFebruary 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating98.2 US tons
Inventory rating59 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length35 ft (10.6 m)
Longest span16 ft (4.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,700 (2024)
Projected traffic1,919 by 2046
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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 FAS 642(CH 3) over Robinson Creek Trib built?

It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAS 642(CH 3) over Robinson Creek Trib 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 2022.

How much traffic does FAS 642(CH 3) over Robinson Creek Trib carry?

About 1,700 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is FAS 642(CH 3) over Robinson Creek Trib?

The structure is 35 ft (10.6 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.8 m).

Who owns FAS 642(CH 3) over Robinson Creek Trib?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.