Cermak RD over S Br Chicago Riv

Fair Condition120 years old9,100 vehicles/day

Location

StateIllinois
CountyCook
Location501 W Cermak
CarriesCermak RD
CrossesS Br Chicago Riv
Coordinates41.85271, -87.64131

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway9 (Excellent)
Scour Critical5 — Stable for scour

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignMovable - Bascule
Total Length336.9 ft (102.7 m)
Max Span215.9 ft (65.8 m)
Deck Width60.7 ft (18.5 m)
Deck Area1900.0 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1906 (reconstructed 1997)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic9,100 (2023)
Truck Traffic7%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last InspectionOctober 2023
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerCity/Municipal Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is eligible for the National Register
Structure Number016600700000000

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