Dixie HWY over Cal Union Ditch

Fair Condition24 years old11,800 vehicles/day

Location

StateIllinois
CountyCook
Location0.33 M S US 6
CarriesDixie HWY
CrossesCal Union Ditch
Coordinates41.59646, -87.66662

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway8 (Very Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel Continuous
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length74.8 ft (22.8 m)
Max Span36.4 ft (11.1 m)
Deck Width66.3 ft (20.2 m)
Deck Area460.6 sq m
Main Spans2
Year Built2002

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic11,800 (2023)
Truck Traffic13%
Lanes On Bridge4

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection724
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number016265900000000

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