Balmoral over I 294
FairCook County, Illinois · 1.2 M N Ill 19 P9 · Structure no. 016998700000000
- Built
- 1958
- 67 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 251 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,000
- 2022 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Balmoral over I 294 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Balmoral over I 294 in Cook County, Illinois. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 years old, older 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 3,000 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,747 by 2046. The structure is 251 ft (76.4 m) long and 82 ft wide.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Balmoral over I 294 built?
It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.
What condition is Balmoral over I 294 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does Balmoral over I 294 carry?
About 3,000 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is Balmoral over I 294?
The structure is 251 ft (76.4 m) long with a longest span of 118 ft (36.1 m) and a deck 82 ft wide.
Who owns Balmoral over I 294?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.