Jackson Blvd over S Br Chicago Riv
PoorCook County, Illinois · 375 W & 300 S · Structure no. 016602600000000
- Built
- 1916
- 109 years old, rebuilt 1993
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Movable - Bascule
- Steel
- Length
- 275 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 2,275
- 2023 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Jackson Blvd over S Br Chicago Riv is a steel movable - bascule carrying Jackson Blvd over S Br Chicago Riv in Cook County, Illinois. It was built in 1916 and reconstructed in 1993, so it is 109 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.
It carries about 2,275 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,182 by 2046. The structure is 275 ft (83.9 m) long and 64 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Jackson Blvd over S Br Chicago Riv built?
It was built in 1916, making it 109 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1993.
What condition is Jackson Blvd over S Br Chicago Riv 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does Jackson Blvd over S Br Chicago Riv carry?
About 2,275 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is Jackson Blvd over S Br Chicago Riv?
The structure is 275 ft (83.9 m) long with a longest span of 202 ft (61.7 m) and a deck 64 ft wide.
Who owns Jackson Blvd over S Br Chicago Riv?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.