Loomis ST over S Br Chicago River

Poor Condition122 years old3,675 vehicles/day

Location

StateIllinois
CountyCook
Location2470 S 1400 W
CarriesLoomis ST
CrossesS Br Chicago River
Coordinates41.84600, -87.66083

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionPoor
Deck4 (Poor)
Superstructure5 (Fair)
Substructure5 (Fair)
Channel/Waterway8 (Very Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignMovable - Bascule
Total Length457.0 ft (139.3 m)
Max Span212.9 ft (64.9 m)
Deck Width65.9 ft (20.1 m)
Deck Area2799.9 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1904 (reconstructed 1976)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic3,675 (2022)
Truck Traffic9%
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 Number016603300000000

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