Il 59 over Wetlands
FairCook County, Illinois · 0.3 M N of Il 19 · Structure no. 016270000000000
- Built
- 1997
- 28 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 100 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 36,200
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Il 59 over Wetlands is a concrete continuous slab carrying Il 59 over Wetlands in Cook County, Illinois. It was built in 1997, so it is 28 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 36,200 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 34,542 by 2046. The structure is 100 ft (30.5 m) long and 71 ft wide.
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Il 59 over Wetlands built?
It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.
What condition is Il 59 over Wetlands 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 February 2024.
How much traffic does Il 59 over Wetlands carry?
About 36,200 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is Il 59 over Wetlands?
The structure is 100 ft (30.5 m) long with a longest span of 37 ft (11.4 m) and a deck 71 ft wide.
Who owns Il 59 over Wetlands?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.