Ridgeland Ave. over Tinley Creek
GoodCook County, Illinois · 0.25M.N.OF 143rd.ST. · Structure no. 016324600000000
- Built
- 1931
- 94 years old, rebuilt 1994
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 37 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 14,500
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ridgeland Ave. over Tinley Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Ridgeland Ave. over Tinley Creek in Cook County, Illinois. It was built in 1931 and reconstructed in 1994, so it is 94 years old, older 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 14,500 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,968 by 2046. The structure is 37 ft (11.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Ridgeland Ave. over Tinley Creek built?
It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1994.
What condition is Ridgeland Ave. over Tinley Creek 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does Ridgeland Ave. over Tinley Creek carry?
About 14,500 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is Ridgeland Ave. over Tinley Creek?
The structure is 37 ft (11.2 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (3.9 m).
Who owns Ridgeland Ave. over Tinley Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.