FAS 656(CH 28) over Trib of W Branch
GoodShelby County, Illinois · 2.9 MI NE Herborn · Structure no. 087347000000000
- Built
- 1997
- 28 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2022
- Type
- Frame
- Concrete
- Length
- 28 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 850
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
FAS 656(CH 28) over Trib of W Branch is a concrete frame carrying FAS 656(CH 28) over Trib of W Branch in Shelby County, Illinois. It was built in 1997, so it is 28 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 850 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 909 by 2046. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FAS 656(CH 28) over Trib of W Branch built?
It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.
What condition is FAS 656(CH 28) over Trib of W Branch 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 March 2022.
How much traffic does FAS 656(CH 28) over Trib of W Branch carry?
About 850 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is FAS 656(CH 28) over Trib of W Branch?
The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 26 ft (7.9 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.
Who owns FAS 656(CH 28) over Trib of W Branch?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.