US Bridges

FAU 7009(CH 7) 5th over CSX RR

Good

Vermilion County, Illinois · 14th ST @ Tilton · Structure no. 092603700000000

Built
2002
23 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2021
Type
Frame
Concrete
Length
47 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
4,900
2023 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 7009(CH 7) 5th over CSX RR is a concrete frame carrying FAU 7009(CH 7) 5th over CSX RR in Vermilion County, Illinois. It was built in 2002, so it is 23 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 4,900 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,485 by 2046. The structure is 47 ft (14.4 m) long and 55 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesFAU 7009(CH 7) 5th
CrossesCSX RR
Location14th ST @ Tilton
Coordinates40.1017, -87.64533
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionFebruary 2021
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating48.6 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeFrame
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length47 ft (14.4 m)
Longest span42 ft (12.8 m)
Deck width55 ft (16.7 m)
Roadway width41 ft (12.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,900 (2023)
Projected traffic3,485 by 2046
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 7009(CH 7) 5th over CSX RR built?

It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAU 7009(CH 7) 5th over CSX RR 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 FAU 7009(CH 7) 5th over CSX RR carry?

About 4,900 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is FAU 7009(CH 7) 5th over CSX RR?

The structure is 47 ft (14.4 m) long with a longest span of 42 ft (12.8 m) and a deck 55 ft wide.

Who owns FAU 7009(CH 7) 5th over CSX RR?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.