Van Buren ST over S Br Chicago River

Poor Condition70 years old6,200 vehicles/day

Location

StateIllinois
CountyCook
Location400 S & 361 W
CarriesVan Buren ST
CrossesS Br Chicago River
Coordinates41.87680, -87.63722

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionPoor
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure4 (Poor)
Substructure5 (Fair)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignMovable - Bascule
Total Length267.1 ft (81.4 m)
Max Span210.3 ft (64.1 m)
Deck Width68.9 ft (21 m)
Deck Area1709.4 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1956

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic6,200 (2022)
Truck Traffic9%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection924
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerCity/Municipal Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number016605100000000

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