FAS Rt 835 over Elkhorn Creek
FairWashington County, Illinois · 2.2 MI NE of Oakdale · Structure no. 095313400000000
- Built
- 1940
- 85 years old, rebuilt 1975
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 30 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,200
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
FAS Rt 835 over Elkhorn Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAS Rt 835 over Elkhorn Creek in Washington County, Illinois. It was built in 1940 and reconstructed in 1975, so it is 85 years old, older 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 6 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 1,200 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,210 by 2046. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FAS Rt 835 over Elkhorn Creek built?
It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1975.
What condition is FAS Rt 835 over Elkhorn Creek 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does FAS Rt 835 over Elkhorn Creek carry?
About 1,200 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is FAS Rt 835 over Elkhorn Creek?
The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns FAS Rt 835 over Elkhorn Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.