I-80 EB to I-294 N over Ditch
FairCook County, Illinois · 600 Ft. W I-294 · Structure no. 016284100000000
- Built
- 1958
- 67 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 27 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 500
- 2024 count
- Owner
- Toll Authority
- State Toll Authority
About this bridge
I-80 EB to I-294 N over Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying I-80 EB to I-294 N over Ditch 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 500 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 505 by 2046. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I-80 EB to I-294 N over Ditch built?
It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.
What condition is I-80 EB to I-294 N over Ditch 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-80 EB to I-294 N over Ditch carry?
About 500 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.
How long is I-80 EB to I-294 N over Ditch?
The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4 m).
Who owns I-80 EB to I-294 N over Ditch?
It is owned by the State Toll Authority.