137th St. over Midlothian Creek
FairCook County, Illinois · 0.09M.E.OF Kedzie Av · Structure no. 016324400000000
- Built
- 1980
- 45 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 29 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 150
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
137th St. over Midlothian Creek is a concrete culvert carrying 137th St. over Midlothian Creek in Cook County, Illinois. It was built in 1980, so it is 45 years old, younger 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 150 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 202 by 2046. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 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 137th St. over Midlothian Creek built?
It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.
What condition is 137th St. over Midlothian 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does 137th St. over Midlothian Creek carry?
About 150 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is 137th St. over Midlothian Creek?
The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.5 m).
Who owns 137th St. over Midlothian Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.