Central RD over Des Plaines River

Fair Condition97 years old12,400 vehicles/day

Location

StateIllinois
CountyCook
Location.5 M W I-294
CarriesCentral RD
CrossesDes Plaines River
Coordinates42.06600, -87.88775

Condition Ratings

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

Physical Characteristics

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length160.1 ft (48.8 m)
Max Span53.1 ft (16.2 m)
Deck Width56.1 ft (17.1 m)
Deck Area834.5 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1929 (reconstructed 1979)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic12,400 (2023)
Truck Traffic3%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection823
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number016055100000000

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