Canal ST over S Br Chicago River
Fair Condition78 years old15,800 vehicles/day
Location
| State | Illinois |
| County | Cook |
| Location | 500 W & 2021 S |
| Carries | Canal ST |
| Crosses | S Br Chicago River |
| Coordinates | 41.85522, -87.63881 |
Condition Ratings
| Overall Condition | Fair |
| Deck | 6 (Satisfactory) |
| Superstructure | 5 (Fair) |
| Substructure | 6 (Satisfactory) |
| Channel/Waterway | 7 (Good) |
| Scour Critical | 8 — Stable, low risk |
Physical Characteristics
| Material | Steel |
| Design | Movable - Bascule |
| Total Length | 350.1 ft (106.7 m) |
| Max Span | 254.6 ft (77.6 m) |
| Deck Width | 67.9 ft (20.7 m) |
| Deck Area | 2208.7 sq m |
| Main Spans | 1 |
| Year Built | 1948 (reconstructed 2010) |
Traffic
| Avg Daily Traffic | 15,800 (2023) |
| Truck Traffic | 3% |
| Lanes On Bridge | 4 |
Inspection & Ownership
| Last Inspection | 824 |
| Inspection Frequency | Every 24 months |
| Owner | City/Municipal Highway Agency |
| Historical Significance | Bridge is not eligible for the National Register |
| Structure Number | 016600600000000 |