FAS 61 W. Mcconn.R over Branch Spring Creek
FairStephenson County, Illinois · 4.0 MI NE Lena · Structure no. 089505400000000
- Built
- 1940
- 85 years old, rebuilt 1955
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 22 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 725
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
FAS 61 W. Mcconn.R over Branch Spring Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FAS 61 W. Mcconn.R over Branch Spring Creek in Stephenson County, Illinois. It was built in 1940 and reconstructed in 1955, so it is 85 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 6 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 725 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 732 by 2046. The structure is 22 ft (6.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.3 mi (31 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FAS 61 W. Mcconn.R over Branch Spring Creek built?
It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1955.
What condition is FAS 61 W. Mcconn.R over Branch Spring 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 December 2023.
How much traffic does FAS 61 W. Mcconn.R over Branch Spring Creek carry?
About 725 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is FAS 61 W. Mcconn.R over Branch Spring Creek?
The structure is 22 ft (6.6 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.3 m).
Who owns FAS 61 W. Mcconn.R over Branch Spring Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.