47th ST over Des Plaines River

Good Condition24 years old5,600 vehicles/day

Location

StateIllinois
CountyCook
Location0.5 M W Il 43
Carries47th ST
CrossesDes Plaines River
Coordinates41.80617, -87.81161

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionGood
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure8 (Very Good)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway8 (Very Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length498.7 ft (152 m)
Max Span122.7 ft (37.4 m)
Deck Width70.2 ft (21.4 m)
Deck Area3252.8 sq m
Main Spans4
Year Built2002

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic5,600 (2023)
Truck Traffic7%
Lanes On Bridge4

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection823
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number016274000000000

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