Lasalle Street over Trolley Car Tunnel

Poor Condition115 years old4,750 vehicles/day

Location

StateIllinois
CountyCook
LocationS. Of Chicago River
CarriesLasalle Street
CrossesTrolley Car Tunnel
Coordinates41.88627, -87.63247

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionPoor
Deck3 (Serious)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Scour CriticalNot applicable

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length107.9 ft (32.9 m)
Max Span105.6 ft (32.2 m)
Deck Width34.4 ft (10.5 m)
Deck Area345.4 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1911 (reconstructed 1945)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic4,750 (2022)
Truck Traffic13%
Lanes On Bridge5

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection524
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerCity/Municipal Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number016617500000000

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