FAS 648(CH 16) over Stream
PoorShelby County, Illinois · 3 MI SE of Moweaqua · Structure no. 087500600000000
- Built
- 1939
- 86 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 24 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 425
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
FAS 648(CH 16) over Stream is a concrete culvert carrying FAS 648(CH 16) over Stream in Shelby County, Illinois. It was built in 1939, so it is 86 years old, older than the Illinois average of 45.3 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 425 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 379 by 2046. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FAS 648(CH 16) over Stream built?
It was built in 1939, making it 86 years old in 2025.
What condition is FAS 648(CH 16) over Stream in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in April 2023.
How much traffic does FAS 648(CH 16) over Stream carry?
About 425 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is FAS 648(CH 16) over Stream?
The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns FAS 648(CH 16) over Stream?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.