US Bridges

FAS 512(CH 8) over Stream

Good

Vermilion County, Illinois · 3 MI W of Catlin · Structure no. 092019400000000

Built
1992
33 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2021
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
75 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
2,700
2023 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAS 512(CH 8) over Stream is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAS 512(CH 8) over Stream in Vermilion County, Illinois. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 years old, younger 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 2,700 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,475 by 2046. The structure is 75 ft (22.9 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

CarriesFAS 512(CH 8)
CrossesStream
Location3 MI W of Catlin
RouteCounty Highway 0
Coordinates40.06536, -87.76852
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionFebruary 2021
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating98.2 US tons
Inventory rating40.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length75 ft (22.9 m)
Longest span72 ft (22 m)
Deck width33 ft (10.1 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 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 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAS 512(CH 8) over Stream 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 February 2021.

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 75 ft (22.9 m) long with a longest span of 72 ft (22 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.

Who owns FAS 512(CH 8) over Stream?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.