Busse Highway over Praire Creek

Fair Condition96 years old2,800 vehicles/day

Location

StateIllinois
CountyCook
Location0.4 M SE US 14
CarriesBusse Highway
CrossesPraire Creek
Coordinates42.03571, -87.87550

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialConcrete
DesignSlab
Total Length26.9 ft (8.2 m)
Max Span25.9 ft (7.9 m)
Deck Width56.1 ft (17.1 m)
Deck Area140.2 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1930

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic2,800 (2023)
Truck Traffic5%
Lanes On Bridge4

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection225
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number016023900000000

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