Did you know? The oldest bridge in the NBI was built in 1697.
Did you know? The oldest bridge in the NBI was built in 1697.
A bridge's favorite type of music? Heavy metal. Or suspension... it depends.
over RANDOLPH ST.& LAND
500E.& 340N.TO 130N.
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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 102,000 vehicles per day and is 40 years old.
Its sufficiency rating of 61.8 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 1458 feet long — a moderate crossing, about 30 seconds.
A standard overpass design with solid barriers on each side.
No height data available — likely a standard overpass height.
About 102,000 vehicles cross daily — very heavy traffic, high congestion risk.
The deck is 65 feet wide with 3-4 lanes — standard width.
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
1986
40 years old
Structure Type
Steel (Continuous) Stringer/Multi-beam/Girder
Total Length
1,458 ft
444.5 m
Deck Width
65 ft
19.7 m
Spans
13
sections between supports
Max Span
125 ft
longest unsupported section (38.0 m)
Traffic Lanes
4 lanes
One-way traffic
Daily Traffic
102,000vehicles/day
41.88741°N, 87.61413°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.