Il 43 SB Harlem a over Rr-Mwrd Sludge&ac RD
FairCook County, Illinois · 0.2 M N I-55 · Structure no. 016241200000000
- Built
- 1969
- 56 years old, rebuilt 1990
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 439 ft
- 7 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 35,500
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Il 43 SB Harlem a over Rr-Mwrd Sludge&ac RD is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Il 43 SB Harlem a over Rr-Mwrd Sludge&ac RD in Cook County, Illinois. It was built in 1969 and reconstructed in 1990, so it is 56 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 35,500 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,079 by 2046. The structure is 439 ft (133.9 m) long and 51 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Il 43 SB Harlem a over Rr-Mwrd Sludge&ac RD built?
It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1990.
What condition is Il 43 SB Harlem a over Rr-Mwrd Sludge&ac RD 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 Il 43 SB Harlem a over Rr-Mwrd Sludge&ac RD carry?
About 35,500 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Il 43 SB Harlem a over Rr-Mwrd Sludge&ac RD?
The structure is 439 ft (133.9 m) long with a longest span of 79 ft (24.1 m) and a deck 51 ft wide.
Who owns Il 43 SB Harlem a over Rr-Mwrd Sludge&ac RD?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.