Lasalle Street over Trolley Car Tunnel

Fair Condition115 years old18,600 vehicles/day

Location

StateIllinois
CountyCook
LocationN. Of Chicago River
CarriesLasalle Street
CrossesTrolley Car Tunnel
Coordinates41.88959, -87.63263

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure8 (Very Good)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Scour CriticalNot applicable

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length56.4 ft (17.2 m)
Max Span54.5 ft (16.6 m)
Deck Width34.4 ft (10.5 m)
Deck Area180.6 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1911 (reconstructed 2007)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic18,600 (2022)
Truck Traffic5%
Lanes On Bridge6

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection524
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerCity/Municipal Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number016617600000000

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