US Bridges

FAS 331(CH 10) over Fountain Creek

Good

Vermilion County, Illinois · 8.4 MI N Potomac · Structure no. 092202400000000

Built
1983
42 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2021
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
24 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
350
2024 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAS 331(CH 10) over Fountain Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAS 331(CH 10) over Fountain Creek in Vermilion County, Illinois. It was built in 1983, so it is 42 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 350 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 354 by 2046. The structure is 24 ft (7.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

CarriesFAS 331(CH 10)
CrossesFountain Creek
Location8.4 MI N Potomac
RouteCounty Highway 0
Coordinates40.43239, -87.79938
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
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
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating100 US tons
Inventory rating60 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length24 ft (7.2 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic350 (2024)
Projected traffic354 by 2046
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 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 331(CH 10) over Fountain Creek built?

It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAS 331(CH 10) over Fountain Creek 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 331(CH 10) over Fountain Creek carry?

About 350 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is FAS 331(CH 10) over Fountain Creek?

The structure is 24 ft (7.2 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.5 m).

Who owns FAS 331(CH 10) over Fountain Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.