Il 59 over RR - Metra
FairCook County, Illinois · 0.8 M S US-20 · Structure no. 016260600000000
- Built
- 1993
- 32 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 171 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 36,700
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Il 59 over RR - Metra is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Il 59 over RR - Metra in Cook County, Illinois. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 years old, younger 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 36,700 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 37,976 by 2046. The structure is 171 ft (52 m) long and 71 ft wide.
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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Il 59 over RR - Metra built?
It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.
What condition is Il 59 over RR - Metra 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does Il 59 over RR - Metra carry?
About 36,700 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is Il 59 over RR - Metra?
The structure is 171 ft (52 m) long with a longest span of 72 ft (21.9 m) and a deck 71 ft wide.
Who owns Il 59 over RR - Metra?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.