I-294 over 159th Creek
FairCook County, Illinois · 02 MI N. US 6 · Structure no. 016275100000000
- Built
- 1958
- 67 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 43 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 124,700
- 2023 count
- Owner
- Toll Authority
- State Toll Authority
About this bridge
I-294 over 159th Creek is a concrete culvert carrying I-294 over 159th Creek in Cook County, Illinois. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 years old, older 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 124,700 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 92,516 by 2046. The structure is 43 ft (13 m) long.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I-294 over 159th Creek built?
It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.
What condition is I-294 over 159th Creek 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does I-294 over 159th Creek carry?
About 124,700 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is I-294 over 159th Creek?
The structure is 43 ft (13 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (3.9 m).
Who owns I-294 over 159th Creek?
It is owned by the State Toll Authority.