Lake Shore DR over Foster AVE

Fair Condition75 years old65,500 vehicles/day

Location

StateIllinois
CountyCook
Location5200 N. And 800 W.
CarriesLake Shore DR
CrossesFoster AVE
Coordinates41.97666, -87.65066

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck5 (Fair)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure5 (Fair)
Scour CriticalNot applicable

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length71.9 ft (21.9 m)
Max Span67.3 ft (20.5 m)
Deck Width173.2 ft (52.8 m)
Deck Area1156.3 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1951

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic65,500 (2024)
Truck Traffic1%
Lanes On Bridge8
Lanes Under Bridge4

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection724
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerCity/Municipal Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number016618200000000

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