Chicago Heights RD over Butterfield Creek

Fair Condition105 years old6,550 vehicles/day

Location

StateIllinois
CountyCook
Location1.3 M NE Of Il 1
CarriesChicago Heights RD
CrossesButterfield Creek
Coordinates41.54453, -87.62693

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure5 (Fair)
Substructure5 (Fair)
Channel/Waterway5 (Fair)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length65.9 ft (20.1 m)
Max Span32.2 ft (9.8 m)
Deck Width27.2 ft (8.3 m)
Deck Area166.8 sq m
Main Spans2
Year Built1921 (reconstructed 1968)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic6,550 (2023)
Truck Traffic7%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection724
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number016079300000000

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