US Bridges

Cermak RD (22nd ST over RR - Ihb & Gardner

Fair

Cook County, Illinois · 0.8 M E US 45 · Structure no. 016063100000000

Built
1961
64 years old, rebuilt 2021
Condition
Fair
inspected September 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
638 ft
10 main spans
Daily traffic
13,550
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Cermak RD (22nd ST over RR - Ihb & Gardner is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Cermak RD (22nd ST over RR - Ihb & Gardner in Cook County, Illinois. It was built in 1961 and reconstructed in 2021, so it is 64 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 13,550 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,868 by 2046. The structure is 638 ft (194.5 m) long and 70 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesCermak RD (22nd ST
CrossesRR - Ihb & Gardner
Location0.8 M E US 45
CountyCook County
StateIllinois
Coordinates41.84909, -87.86534
Functional classUrban Minor 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
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating67.1 US tons
Inventory rating37.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans10
Design loadHS 20
Structure length638 ft (194.5 m)
Longest span90 ft (27.5 m)
Deck width70 ft (21.4 m)
Roadway width55 ft (16.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic13,550 (2023)
Projected traffic11,868 by 2046
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and railroad
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Cermak RD (22nd ST over RR - Ihb & Gardner built?

It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2021.

What condition is Cermak RD (22nd ST over RR - Ihb & Gardner 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 September 2023.

How much traffic does Cermak RD (22nd ST over RR - Ihb & Gardner carry?

About 13,550 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Cermak RD (22nd ST over RR - Ihb & Gardner?

The structure is 638 ft (194.5 m) long with a longest span of 90 ft (27.5 m) and a deck 70 ft wide.

Who owns Cermak RD (22nd ST over RR - Ihb & Gardner?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.