FAS 648(CH 16) over Mud Creek
FairShelby County, Illinois · 2.8 MI NW Henton · Structure no. 087500900000000
- Built
- 1939
- 86 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 41 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 325
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
FAS 648(CH 16) over Mud Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FAS 648(CH 16) over Mud Creek 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 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 325 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 303 by 2046. The structure is 41 ft (12.4 m) long and 23 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FAS 648(CH 16) over Mud Creek built?
It was built in 1939, making it 86 years old in 2025.
What condition is FAS 648(CH 16) over Mud Creek 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does FAS 648(CH 16) over Mud Creek carry?
About 325 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is FAS 648(CH 16) over Mud Creek?
The structure is 41 ft (12.4 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 23 ft wide.
Who owns FAS 648(CH 16) over Mud Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.