US Bridges

Il 72 EB over RR - Wi Central Ltd

Good

Cook County, Illinois · .65 M W of Il 59 · Structure no. 016259600000000

Built
1991
34 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2021
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
152 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
21,900
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Il 72 EB over RR - Wi Central Ltd is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Il 72 EB over RR - Wi Central Ltd in Cook County, Illinois. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 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 21,900 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,595 by 2046. The structure is 152 ft (46.4 m) long and 59 ft wide.

CarriesIl 72 EB
CrossesRR - Wi Central Ltd
Location.65 M W of Il 59
RouteState Highway 72
Coordinates42.07764, -88.20119
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionDecember 2021
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating85.3 US tons
Inventory rating52.5 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length152 ft (46.4 m)
Longest span56 ft (17 m)
Deck width59 ft (18 m)
Roadway width56 ft (17.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic21,900 (2023)
Projected traffic9,595 by 2046
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Il 72 EB over RR - Wi Central Ltd built?

It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.

What condition is Il 72 EB over RR - Wi Central Ltd 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 December 2021.

How much traffic does Il 72 EB over RR - Wi Central Ltd carry?

About 21,900 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is Il 72 EB over RR - Wi Central Ltd?

The structure is 152 ft (46.4 m) long with a longest span of 56 ft (17 m) and a deck 59 ft wide.

Who owns Il 72 EB over RR - Wi Central Ltd?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.