US Bridges

Vincennes Ave over Cal Union Drain Ditc

Good

Cook County, Illinois · 1000 So of US-6 · Structure no. 016804700000000

Built
1949
76 years old, rebuilt 1976
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
4,150
2022 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Vincennes Ave over Cal Union Drain Ditc is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Vincennes Ave over Cal Union Drain Ditc in Cook County, Illinois. It was built in 1949 and reconstructed in 1976, so it is 76 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 4,150 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,030 by 2046. The structure is 22 ft (6.8 m) long and 60 ft wide.

CarriesVincennes Ave
CrossesCal Union Drain Ditc
Location1000 So of US-6
Coordinates41.59772, -87.62712
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.3 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length22 ft (6.8 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width60 ft (18.4 m)
Roadway width58 ft (17.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,150 (2022)
Projected traffic3,030 by 2046
Trucks20%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Vincennes Ave over Cal Union Drain Ditc built?

It was built in 1949, making it 76 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1976.

What condition is Vincennes Ave over Cal Union Drain Ditc 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does Vincennes Ave over Cal Union Drain Ditc carry?

About 4,150 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.

How long is Vincennes Ave over Cal Union Drain Ditc?

The structure is 22 ft (6.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 60 ft wide.

Who owns Vincennes Ave over Cal Union Drain Ditc?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.