US Bridges

Cermak RD (22nd ST over I-294 Tri State

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Cook County, Illinois · 2 M N of US 34 · Structure no. 016285400000000

Built
2005
20 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
280 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
22,100
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Cermak RD (22nd ST over I-294 Tri State is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Cermak RD (22nd ST over I-294 Tri State in Cook County, Illinois. It was built in 2005, so it is 20 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 22,100 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 20,503 by 2046. The structure is 280 ft (85.2 m) long and 82 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesCermak RD (22nd ST
CrossesI-294 Tri State
Location2 M N of US 34
CountyCook County
StateIllinois
Coordinates41.84766, -87.91925
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating70 US tons
Inventory rating41.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length280 ft (85.2 m)
Longest span147 ft (44.7 m)
Deck width82 ft (25 m)
Roadway width72 ft (21.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic22,100 (2023)
Projected traffic20,503 by 2046
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Cermak RD (22nd ST over I-294 Tri State built?

It was built in 2005, making it 20 years old in 2025.

What condition is Cermak RD (22nd ST over I-294 Tri State 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does Cermak RD (22nd ST over I-294 Tri State carry?

About 22,100 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Cermak RD (22nd ST over I-294 Tri State?

The structure is 280 ft (85.2 m) long with a longest span of 147 ft (44.7 m) and a deck 82 ft wide.

Who owns Cermak RD (22nd ST over I-294 Tri State?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.