US 6 (159th St) over I-294 Tri-State Toll
GoodCook County, Illinois · 0.3 M W Western Ave · Structure no. 016136000000000
- Built
- 2018
- 7 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2022
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 256 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 29,700
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 6 (159th St) over I-294 Tri-State Toll is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 6 (159th St) over I-294 Tri-State Toll in Cook County, Illinois. It was built in 2018, so it is 7 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 29,700 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 25,856 by 2046. The structure is 256 ft (77.9 m) long and 100 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 6 (159th St) over I-294 Tri-State Toll built?
It was built in 2018, making it 7 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 6 (159th St) over I-294 Tri-State Toll 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 April 2022.
How much traffic does US 6 (159th St) over I-294 Tri-State Toll carry?
About 29,700 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is US 6 (159th St) over I-294 Tri-State Toll?
The structure is 256 ft (77.9 m) long with a longest span of 125 ft (38.1 m) and a deck 100 ft wide.
Who owns US 6 (159th St) over I-294 Tri-State Toll?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.