Il 43 (waukegan R over I- 94 Edens Spur
FairCook County, Illinois · 0.5 M N Il 68 · Structure no. 016030500000000
- Built
- 1958
- 67 years old, rebuilt 2006
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 302 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 23,200
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Il 43 (waukegan R over I- 94 Edens Spur is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Il 43 (waukegan R over I- 94 Edens Spur in Cook County, Illinois. It was built in 1958 and reconstructed in 2006, so it is 67 years old, older than the Illinois average of 45.3 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 23,200 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 21,513 by 2046. The structure is 302 ft (92 m) long and 83 ft wide.
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Il 43 (waukegan R over I- 94 Edens Spur built?
It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2006.
What condition is Il 43 (waukegan R over I- 94 Edens Spur in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in June 2023.
How much traffic does Il 43 (waukegan R over I- 94 Edens Spur carry?
About 23,200 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is Il 43 (waukegan R over I- 94 Edens Spur?
The structure is 302 ft (92 m) long with a longest span of 91 ft (27.7 m) and a deck 83 ft wide.
Who owns Il 43 (waukegan R over I- 94 Edens Spur?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.