Euclid Ave. over Salt Creek
GoodCook County, Illinois · 0.4M.W.OF Plum Gr.Rd · Structure no. 016325200000000
- Built
- 1973
- 52 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 23 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 18,000
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Euclid Ave. over Salt Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Euclid Ave. over Salt Creek in Cook County, Illinois. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 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 18,000 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 20,806 by 2046. The structure is 23 ft (7 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Euclid Ave. over Salt Creek built?
It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.
What condition is Euclid Ave. over Salt 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does Euclid Ave. over Salt Creek carry?
About 18,000 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is Euclid Ave. over Salt Creek?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).
Who owns Euclid Ave. over Salt Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.