Il 72 EB Higgins over I- 90 Adams Tollway
GoodCook County, Illinois · 1.5 M E of Il 59 · Structure no. 016084400000000
- Built
- 2016
- 9 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 587 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 18,800
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Il 72 EB Higgins over I- 90 Adams Tollway is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Il 72 EB Higgins over I- 90 Adams Tollway in Cook County, Illinois. It was built in 2016, so it is 9 years old, younger 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 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 18,800 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,383 by 2046. The structure is 587 ft (178.9 m) long and 50 ft wide.
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Il 72 EB Higgins over I- 90 Adams Tollway built?
It was built in 2016, making it 9 years old in 2025.
What condition is Il 72 EB Higgins over I- 90 Adams Tollway 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does Il 72 EB Higgins over I- 90 Adams Tollway carry?
About 18,800 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is Il 72 EB Higgins over I- 90 Adams Tollway?
The structure is 587 ft (178.9 m) long with a longest span of 280 ft (85.3 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.
Who owns Il 72 EB Higgins over I- 90 Adams Tollway?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.