Fau 7998 Ch 40 over Lake Springfield

Good Condition39 years old8,000 vehicles/day

Location

StateIllinois
CountySangamon
Location1.5 Mi E Of Chatham
CarriesFau 7998 Ch 40
CrossesLake Springfield
Coordinates39.67327, -89.66341

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionGood
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel Continuous
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length149.0 ft (45.4 m)
Max Span47.9 ft (14.6 m)
Deck Width43.6 ft (13.3 m)
Deck Area603.8 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1987

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic8,000 (2022)
Truck Traffic4%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection323
Inspection FrequencyEvery 48 months
OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number084341300000000

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