Fau-1292 (e Lake A over N Br Chicago River

Poor Condition91 years old22,900 vehicles/day

Location

StateIllinois
CountyCook
Location1.1 M E Ill 43 P14
CarriesFau-1292 (e Lake A
CrossesN Br Chicago River
Coordinates42.07980, -87.77807

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionPoor
Deck2 (Critical)
Superstructure2 (Critical)
Substructure5 (Fair)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical5 — Stable for scour

Physical Characteristics

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DesignBox Beam - Multiple
Total Length83.0 ft (25.3 m)
Max Span26.9 ft (8.2 m)
Deck Width57.4 ft (17.5 m)
Deck Area442.8 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1935 (reconstructed 1981)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic22,900 (2022)
Truck Traffic4%
Lanes On Bridge4

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection125
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number016054400000000

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