Grand AVE over N Br Chicago River

Poor Condition113 years old17,100 vehicles/day

Location

StateIllinois
CountyCook
Location462 W & 530 N
CarriesGrand AVE
CrossesN Br Chicago River
Coordinates41.89143, -87.64088

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionPoor
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure3 (Serious)
Substructure3 (Serious)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignMovable - Bascule
Total Length267.7 ft (81.6 m)
Max Span188.6 ft (57.5 m)
Deck Width60.0 ft (18.3 m)
Deck Area1493.3 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1913 (reconstructed 1974)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic17,100 (2018)
Truck Traffic12%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection824
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerCity/Municipal Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number016602100000000

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