Il 83 (oakton St) over Higgins Creek
GoodCook County, Illinois · 0.4 M W Elmhurst RD · Structure no. 016250000000000
- Built
- 1972
- 53 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 50 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 20,900
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Il 83 (oakton St) over Higgins Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Il 83 (oakton St) over Higgins Creek in Cook County, Illinois. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 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 20,900 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 20,705 by 2046. The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long and 132 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
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Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Il 83 (oakton St) over Higgins Creek built?
It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.
What condition is Il 83 (oakton St) over Higgins Creek 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does Il 83 (oakton St) over Higgins Creek carry?
About 20,900 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is Il 83 (oakton St) over Higgins Creek?
The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long with a longest span of 23 ft (7 m) and a deck 132 ft wide.
Who owns Il 83 (oakton St) over Higgins Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.