175th Street over Cherry Creek
FairCook County, Illinois · 0.5 MI E. of Kedzie Ave · Structure no. 016309600000000
- Built
- 1976
- 49 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 46 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 12,300
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
175th Street over Cherry Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying 175th Street over Cherry Creek in Cook County, Illinois. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 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 12,300 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,280 by 2040. The structure is 46 ft (13.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was 175th Street over Cherry Creek built?
It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.
What condition is 175th Street over Cherry 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does 175th Street over Cherry Creek carry?
About 12,300 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is 175th Street over Cherry Creek?
The structure is 46 ft (13.9 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.3 m).
Who owns 175th Street over Cherry Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.