I-290 over Drain Dtch
GoodCook County, Illinois · 0.2 M N Biesterfield · Structure no. 016099600000000
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 26 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 135,000
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I-290 over Drain Dtch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying I-290 over Drain Dtch in Cook County, Illinois. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 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 135,000 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 151,298 by 2046. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long.
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I-290 over Drain Dtch built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is I-290 over Drain Dtch 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does I-290 over Drain Dtch carry?
About 135,000 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is I-290 over Drain Dtch?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns I-290 over Drain Dtch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.