US Bridges

FAP 697 over Ditch

Good

Vermilion County, Illinois · E of Hoopeston · Structure no. 092204200000000

Built
2010
15 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
24 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,350
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 697 over Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying FAP 697 over Ditch in Vermilion County, Illinois. It was built in 2010, so it is 15 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 1,350 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,364 by 2046. The structure is 24 ft (7.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 21.7 mi (35 km).

CarriesFAP 697
CrossesDitch
LocationE of Hoopeston
RouteState Highway 9
Coordinates40.46028, -87.61577
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 inspectionFebruary 2023
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 rating59.6 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length24 ft (7.2 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,350 (2023)
Projected traffic1,364 by 2046
Trucks21%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed21.7 mi (35 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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 697 over Ditch built?

It was built in 2010, making it 15 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 697 over 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does FAP 697 over Ditch carry?

About 1,350 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.

How long is FAP 697 over Ditch?

The structure is 24 ft (7.2 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.3 m).

Who owns FAP 697 over Ditch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.