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A bridge walked into a bar. The bartender said, 'Why the long span?'
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1 M N IL 83
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This bridge has a Poor overall condition rating of 3 out of 9. This bridge is classified as being in poor condition, meaning one or more structural components have significant deterioration. Poor condition does not mean the bridge is unsafe to drive on, but it does mean repairs or replacement may be needed.
The bridge carries 178,600 vehicles per day and is 77 years old (reconstructed in 1993).
Its sufficiency rating of 53.3 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 417 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 178,600 vehicles cross daily — very heavy traffic, high congestion risk.
The deck is 123 feet wide with multiple lanes — easy to stay in a center lane.
This bridge crosses over land, not water — no water views 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
1949
77 years old (rebuilt 1993)
Structure Type
Steel (Continuous) Stringer/Multi-beam/Girder
Total Length
417 ft
127.0 m
Deck Width
123 ft
37.6 m
Spans
6
sections between supports
Max Span
75 ft
longest unsupported section (22.8 m)
Traffic Lanes
6 lanes
Two-way traffic
Daily Traffic
178,600vehicles/day
41.63774°N, 87.57855°W
Steel (Continuous) Stringer/Multi-beam/Girder
A steel stringer bridge uses parallel steel beams (stringers) to support the deck. This is one of the most common bridge types in the US, valued for its simplicity and strength.
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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.