US Bridges

FAS 512(CH 8) over Stream

Fair

Vermilion County, Illinois · 2.5 MI NE Fairmount · Structure no. 092013600000000

Built
1952
73 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,700
2023 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAS 512(CH 8) over Stream is a concrete culvert carrying FAS 512(CH 8) over Stream in Vermilion County, Illinois. It was built in 1952, so it is 73 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 2,700 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,475 by 2046. The structure is 22 ft (6.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

Location

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CarriesFAS 512(CH 8)
CrossesStream
Location2.5 MI NE Fairmount
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyVermilion County
StateIllinois
Coordinates40.06462, -87.78494
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating47.5 US tons
Inventory rating28.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length22 ft (6.6 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,700 (2023)
Projected traffic2,475 by 2046
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 km)
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 512(CH 8) over Stream built?

It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAS 512(CH 8) over Stream 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does FAS 512(CH 8) over Stream carry?

About 2,700 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is FAS 512(CH 8) over Stream?

The structure is 22 ft (6.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns FAS 512(CH 8) over Stream?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.