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Il 9 (fap 697) over Stream

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Vermilion County, Illinois · 3.75 MI E of Ill 49 · Structure no. 092200200000000

Built
1962
63 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
26 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,950
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Il 9 (fap 697) over Stream is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Il 9 (fap 697) over Stream in Vermilion County, Illinois. It was built in 1962, so it is 63 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 1,950 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,768 by 2046. The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 23 mi (37 km).

Location

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CarriesIl 9 (fap 697)
CrossesStream
Location3.75 MI E of Ill 49
RouteState Highway 9
CountyVermilion County
StateIllinois
Coordinates40.45844, -87.82194
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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 inspectionJanuary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating69.7 US tons
Inventory rating41.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length26 ft (7.8 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,950 (2023)
Projected traffic1,768 by 2046
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed23 mi (37 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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 Il 9 (fap 697) over Stream built?

It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025.

What condition is Il 9 (fap 697) 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 January 2025.

How much traffic does Il 9 (fap 697) over Stream carry?

About 1,950 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is Il 9 (fap 697) over Stream?

The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.8 m).

Who owns Il 9 (fap 697) over Stream?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.