Torrence Ave over Ditch
FairCook County, Illinois · 0.4 M N Sauk TR · Structure no. 016141300000000
- Built
- 1953
- 72 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 23 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,900
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Torrence Ave over Ditch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Torrence Ave over Ditch in Cook County, Illinois. It was built in 1953, so it is 72 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 6 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 6,900 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,858 by 2046. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long.
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Torrence Ave over Ditch built?
It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025.
What condition is Torrence Ave over Ditch 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does Torrence Ave over Ditch carry?
About 6,900 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is Torrence Ave over Ditch?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).
Who owns Torrence Ave over Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.