US Bridges

Cermak RD (22nd ST over Addison Creek

Good

Cook County, Illinois · 1.4 M E US 45 · Structure no. 016063300000000

Built
1959
66 years old, rebuilt 2021
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
102 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
15,100
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Cermak RD (22nd ST over Addison Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying Cermak RD (22nd ST over Addison Creek in Cook County, Illinois. It was built in 1959 and reconstructed in 2021, so it is 66 years old, older than the Illinois average of 45.3 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 15,100 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,211 by 2046. The structure is 102 ft (31.2 m) long and 73 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesCermak RD (22nd ST
CrossesAddison Creek
Location1.4 M E US 45
CountyCook County
StateIllinois
Coordinates41.84935, -87.85616
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating55 US tons
Inventory rating42.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length102 ft (31.2 m)
Longest span39 ft (11.9 m)
Deck width73 ft (22.2 m)
Roadway width56 ft (17.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic15,100 (2023)
Projected traffic16,211 by 2046
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Cermak RD (22nd ST over Addison Creek built?

It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2021.

What condition is Cermak RD (22nd ST over Addison Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in June 2023.

How much traffic does Cermak RD (22nd ST over Addison Creek carry?

About 15,100 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Cermak RD (22nd ST over Addison Creek?

The structure is 102 ft (31.2 m) long with a longest span of 39 ft (11.9 m) and a deck 73 ft wide.

Who owns Cermak RD (22nd ST over Addison Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.