Lake Shore DR over Wacker Drive

Poor Condition40 years old102,000 vehicles/day

Location

StateIllinois
CountyCook
Location500e.& 340n.
CarriesLake Shore DR
CrossesWacker Drive
Coordinates41.88785, -87.61414

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionPoor
Deck5 (Fair)
Superstructure4 (Poor)
Substructure4 (Poor)
Scour CriticalNot applicable

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel Continuous
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length200.1 ft (61 m)
Max Span100.4 ft (30.6 m)
Deck Width85.3 ft (26 m)
Deck Area1,586 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1986

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic102,000 (2024)
Truck Traffic1%
Lanes On Bridge8
Lanes Under Bridge6

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection623
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerCity/Municipal Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number016649100000000

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