US Bridges

FAP 709(US 136) over Drainage Ditch

Good

Vermilion County, Illinois · 5 MI W of Potomac · Structure no. 092202900000000

Built
1989
36 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2022
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,550
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 709(US 136) over Drainage Ditch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 709(US 136) over Drainage Ditch in Vermilion County, Illinois. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 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 1,550 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,717 by 2046. The structure is 22 ft (6.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 709(US 136)
CrossesDrainage Ditch
Location5 MI W of Potomac
RouteU.S. Route 136
CountyVermilion County
StateIllinois
Coordinates40.31359, -87.89225
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 inspectionMarch 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating71.4 US tons
Inventory rating42.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
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 traffic1,550 (2023)
Projected traffic1,717 by 2046
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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 FAP 709(US 136) over Drainage Ditch built?

It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 709(US 136) over Drainage Ditch 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 2022.

How much traffic does FAP 709(US 136) over Drainage Ditch carry?

About 1,550 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FAP 709(US 136) over Drainage Ditch?

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

Who owns FAP 709(US 136) over Drainage Ditch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.