Chicago Heights RD over Thorn Creek

Poor Condition44 years old6,550 vehicles/day

Location

StateIllinois
CountyCook
Location1.5 Miles NE Of Il-1
CarriesChicago Heights RD
CrossesThorn Creek
Coordinates41.54755, -87.62537

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionPoor
Deck3 (Serious)
Superstructure3 (Serious)
Substructure5 (Fair)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DesignBox Beam - Multiple
Total Length88.6 ft (27 m)
Max Span43.6 ft (13.3 m)
Deck Width61.0 ft (18.6 m)
Deck Area502.2 sq m
Main Spans2
Year Built1982 (reconstructed 2020)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic6,550 (2023)
Truck Traffic7%
Lanes On Bridge3

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection224
Inspection FrequencyEvery 12 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number016241700000000

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