FAU-1334 (howard S over N Br Chicago River
PoorPosted for loadCook County, Illinois · 0.3 M E Harlem P13 · Structure no. 016302900000000
- Built
- 1953
- 72 years old, rebuilt 1973
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 122 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 10,100
- 2022 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
FAU-1334 (howard S over N Br Chicago River is a concrete continuous slab carrying FAU-1334 (howard S over N Br Chicago River in Cook County, Illinois. It was built in 1953 and reconstructed in 1973, so it is 72 years old, older than the Illinois average of 45.3 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 10,100 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,282 by 2046. The structure is 122 ft (37.2 m) long and 68 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FAU-1334 (howard S over N Br Chicago River built?
It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1973.
What condition is FAU-1334 (howard S over N Br Chicago River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in July 2024.
How much traffic does FAU-1334 (howard S over N Br Chicago River carry?
About 10,100 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is FAU-1334 (howard S over N Br Chicago River?
The structure is 122 ft (37.2 m) long with a longest span of 47 ft (14.3 m) and a deck 68 ft wide.
Who owns FAU-1334 (howard S over N Br Chicago River?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.