Il 173 over Boat Channel

Good Condition95 years old11,200 vehicles/day

Location

StateIllinois
CountyLake
Location2.5 M W Of Il 59
CarriesIl 173
CrossesBoat Channel
Coordinates42.47191, -88.14693

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionGood
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure8 (Very Good)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length32.2 ft (9.8 m)
Max Span30.8 ft (9.4 m)
Deck Width44.6 ft (13.6 m)
Deck Area133.3 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1931 (reconstructed 2011)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic11,200 (2023)
Truck Traffic10%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection921
Inspection FrequencyEvery 48 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number049005500000000

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