Il 72 over Poplar Creek

Fair Condition87 years old18,800 vehicles/day

Location

StateIllinois
CountyCook
Location0.2 M SE I-90
CarriesIl 72
CrossesPoplar Creek
Coordinates42.06487, -88.15576

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Culvert6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialConcrete Continuous
DesignCulvert
Total Length24.0 ft (7.3 m)
Max Span11.8 ft (3.6 m)
Deck Width140.1 ft (42.7 m)
Deck Area311.7 sq m
Main Spans2
Year Built1939 (reconstructed 1970)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic18,800 (2023)
Truck Traffic6%
Lanes On Bridge4

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection323
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number016116800000000

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