US Bridges

I355 NB over Long Run Creek

Good

Cook County, Illinois · .4M N of 135th · Structure no. 016262600000000

Built
2007
18 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
516 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
41,950
2023 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

I355 NB over Long Run Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I355 NB over Long Run Creek in Cook County, Illinois. It was built in 2007, so it is 18 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 41,950 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 33,280 by 2046. The structure is 516 ft (157.4 m) long and 80 ft wide.

CarriesI355 NB
CrossesLong Run Creek
Location.4M N of 135th
RouteInterstate 355
Coordinates41.6419, -88.01301
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

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.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating50.4 US tons
Inventory rating30.3 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length516 ft (157.4 m)
Longest span130 ft (39.6 m)
Deck width80 ft (24.5 m)
Roadway width77 ft (23.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic41,950 (2023)
Projected traffic33,280 by 2046
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a toll road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Toll Authority
Maintained byState Toll Authority
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 I355 NB over Long Run Creek built?

It was built in 2007, making it 18 years old in 2025.

What condition is I355 NB over Long Run 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does I355 NB over Long Run Creek carry?

About 41,950 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is I355 NB over Long Run Creek?

The structure is 516 ft (157.4 m) long with a longest span of 130 ft (39.6 m) and a deck 80 ft wide.

Who owns I355 NB over Long Run Creek?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.