Brandon RD over Des Plaines River

Fair Condition54 years old6,200 vehicles/day

Location

StateIllinois
CountyWill
Location1/4 Mi S US 6
CarriesBrandon RD
CrossesDes Plaines River
Coordinates41.50075, -88.10386

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway8 (Very Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel Continuous
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length656.2 ft (200 m)
Max Span127.0 ft (38.7 m)
Deck Width33.1 ft (10.1 m)
Deck Area2,020 sq m
Main Spans6
Year Built1972 (reconstructed 2011)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic6,200 (2023)
Truck Traffic8%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection523
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number099329800000000

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