US Bridges

US 14 (peterson Av over N Shore Channel

Fair

Cook County, Illinois · 0.1 M W US 41 · Structure no. 016036700000000

Built
1934
91 years old, rebuilt 1987
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
141 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
25,200
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 14 (peterson Av over N Shore Channel is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 14 (peterson Av over N Shore Channel in Cook County, Illinois. It was built in 1934 and reconstructed in 1987, so it is 91 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 25,200 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 30,300 by 2046. The structure is 141 ft (43 m) long and 76 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesUS 14 (peterson Av
CrossesN Shore Channel
Location0.1 M W US 41
RouteU.S. Route 14
CountyCook County
StateIllinois
Coordinates41.99039, -87.70948
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.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
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 geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating64.3 US tons
Inventory rating38.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length141 ft (43 m)
Longest span64 ft (19.5 m)
Deck width76 ft (23.2 m)
Roadway width64 ft (19.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic25,200 (2023)
Projected traffic30,300 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 14 (peterson Av over N Shore Channel built?

It was built in 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1987.

What condition is US 14 (peterson Av over N Shore Channel 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does US 14 (peterson Av over N Shore Channel carry?

About 25,200 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is US 14 (peterson Av over N Shore Channel?

The structure is 141 ft (43 m) long with a longest span of 64 ft (19.5 m) and a deck 76 ft wide.

Who owns US 14 (peterson Av over N Shore Channel?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.