US Bridges

FAU 7029(LYNCH Spu over CSX RR

Fair

Vermilion County, Illinois · Danville-Lynch Spur · Structure no. 092602900000000

Built
1997
28 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2025
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
205 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,550
2024 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 7029(LYNCH Spu over CSX RR is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAU 7029(LYNCH Spu over CSX RR in Vermilion County, Illinois. It was built in 1997, so it is 28 years old, younger than the Illinois average of 45.3 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 1,550 vehicles a day, roughly 30% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,111 by 2046. The structure is 205 ft (62.4 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

Location

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CarriesFAU 7029(LYNCH Spu
CrossesCSX RR
LocationDanville-Lynch Spur
CountyVermilion County
StateIllinois
Coordinates40.11116, -87.53392
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJanuary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating48.6 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length205 ft (62.4 m)
Longest span69 ft (21.1 m)
Deck width33 ft (10.2 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,550 (2024)
Projected traffic1,111 by 2046
Trucks30%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal 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 FAU 7029(LYNCH Spu over CSX RR built?

It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAU 7029(LYNCH Spu over CSX RR in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in January 2025.

How much traffic does FAU 7029(LYNCH Spu over CSX RR carry?

About 1,550 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 30% are trucks.

How long is FAU 7029(LYNCH Spu over CSX RR?

The structure is 205 ft (62.4 m) long with a longest span of 69 ft (21.1 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.

Who owns FAU 7029(LYNCH Spu over CSX RR?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.