US Bridges

FAS 926 over Big Creek Trib

Good

Union County, Illinois · CH14 in Dongola · Structure no. 091500200000000

Built
1953
72 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
52 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
950
2020 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAS 926 over Big Creek Trib is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAS 926 over Big Creek Trib in Union County, Illinois. It was built in 1953, so it is 72 years old, older 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 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 950 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 960 by 2046. The structure is 52 ft (15.8 m) long.

CarriesFAS 926
CrossesBig Creek Trib
LocationCH14 in Dongola
RouteCounty Highway 0
Coordinates37.36416, -89.16254
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating35.1 US tons
Inventory rating20.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length52 ft (15.8 m)
Longest span17 ft (5.2 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic950 (2020)
Projected traffic960 by 2046
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
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 926 over Big Creek Trib built?

It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAS 926 over Big 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does FAS 926 over Big Creek Trib carry?

About 950 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is FAS 926 over Big Creek Trib?

The structure is 52 ft (15.8 m) long with a longest span of 17 ft (5.2 m).

Who owns FAS 926 over Big Creek Trib?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.