US Bridges

Il 43 (waukegan R over W Fk N Br Chi Riv

Fair

Cook County, Illinois · 0.1 M S Glenview RD · Structure no. 016030700000000

Built
1927
98 years old, rebuilt 1985
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Slab
Concrete
Length
48 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
18,900
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Il 43 (waukegan R over W Fk N Br Chi Riv is a concrete slab carrying Il 43 (waukegan R over W Fk N Br Chi Riv in Cook County, Illinois. It was built in 1927 and reconstructed in 1985, so it is 98 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 18,900 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,998 by 2046. The structure is 48 ft (14.5 m) long and 80 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesIl 43 (waukegan R
CrossesW Fk N Br Chi Riv
Location0.1 M S Glenview RD
RouteState Highway 43
CountyCook County
StateIllinois
Coordinates42.07207, -87.79932
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating64.3 US tons
Inventory rating38.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length48 ft (14.5 m)
Longest span23 ft (7 m)
Deck width80 ft (24.3 m)
Roadway width67 ft (20.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic18,900 (2023)
Projected traffic19,998 by 2046
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$411,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Il 43 (waukegan R over W Fk N Br Chi Riv built?

It was built in 1927, making it 98 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1985.

What condition is Il 43 (waukegan R over W Fk N Br Chi Riv 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does Il 43 (waukegan R over W Fk N Br Chi Riv carry?

About 18,900 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Il 43 (waukegan R over W Fk N Br Chi Riv?

The structure is 48 ft (14.5 m) long with a longest span of 23 ft (7 m) and a deck 80 ft wide.

Who owns Il 43 (waukegan R over W Fk N Br Chi Riv?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.