US Bridges

FAP 328 (us 45) over Branch of Deer Creek

Good

Wayne County, Illinois · 3 MI N Geff · Structure no. 096201000000000

Built
2008
17 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
23 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,600
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 328 (us 45) over Branch of Deer Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FAP 328 (us 45) over Branch of Deer Creek in Wayne County, Illinois. It was built in 2008, so it is 17 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 2,600 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,703 by 2046. The structure is 23 ft (7.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 64 mi (103 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 328 (us 45)
CrossesBranch of Deer Creek
Location3 MI N Geff
RouteU.S. Route 45
CountyWayne County
StateIllinois
Coordinates38.49219, -88.40278
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
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 rating65.7 US tons
Inventory rating39.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length23 ft (7.1 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,600 (2023)
Projected traffic2,703 by 2046
Trucks21%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed64 mi (103 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 328 (us 45) over Branch of Deer Creek built?

It was built in 2008, making it 17 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 328 (us 45) over Branch of Deer Creek 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 328 (us 45) over Branch of Deer Creek carry?

About 2,600 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.

How long is FAP 328 (us 45) over Branch of Deer Creek?

The structure is 23 ft (7.1 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.5 m).

Who owns FAP 328 (us 45) over Branch of Deer Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.