Why was the bridge always tired? Too many crossings.
Why was the bridge always tired? Too many crossings.
Why did the bridge go to therapy? It had too many spans of anxiety.
over DES PLAINES RIVER
2.5 M W IL 43
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This bridge has a Fair overall condition rating of 5 out of 9. While it is not classified as structurally deficient, it shows some deterioration that is being monitored.
The bridge carries 31,550 vehicles per day and is 67 years old (reconstructed in 1988).
Its sufficiency rating of 61.2 places it below the national average of 63.6.
For travelers with bridge anxiety
This bridge may cause some awareness for travelers with bridge anxiety, but has manageable characteristics.
This bridge is 262 feet long — a short crossing, about 10-15 seconds.
A standard overpass design with solid barriers on each side.
No height data available — likely a standard overpass height.
About 31,550 vehicles cross daily — moderate traffic, some congestion possible.
The deck is 57 feet wide with 3-4 lanes — standard width.
This bridge crosses over water. Focus on the road ahead — the water is far below.
This comfort score is designed to help individuals with bridge anxiety plan their travel. All bridges in the National Bridge Inventory are regularly inspected and deemed safe for travel. This is not medical advice — if you experience severe anxiety, please consult a healthcare professional.
Year Built
1959
67 years old (rebuilt 1988)
Structure Type
Prestressed Concrete Stringer/Multi-beam/Girder
Total Length
262 ft
80.0 m
Deck Width
57 ft
17.4 m
Spans
4
sections between supports
Max Span
65 ft
longest unsupported section (19.8 m)
Traffic Lanes
3 lanes
One-way traffic
Daily Traffic
31,550vehicles/day
41.98341°N, 87.85638°W
Prestressed Concrete Stringer/Multi-beam/Girder
A prestressed concrete stringer bridge uses pretensioned concrete beams, where steel tendons are stretched before concrete is poured. This creates stronger, lighter spans.
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Data from the National Bridge Inventory (NBI), maintained by the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA).
Data year: 2025. Conditions may have changed since the last inspection.
This information is provided for educational and informational purposes only. It should not be used as the sole basis for any decisions related to bridge safety or transportation planning. Always consult official sources and local authorities for the most current data.