Il 137 Lake Front over Waukegan River
GoodLake County, Illinois · 0.25 M N of Il 120 · Structure no. 049015900000000
- Built
- 1988
- 37 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2021
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 76 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 5,750
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Il 137 Lake Front over Waukegan River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Il 137 Lake Front over Waukegan River in Lake County, Illinois. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 years old, younger 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 5,750 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,807 by 2046. The structure is 76 ft (23.3 m) long and 75 ft wide.
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Il 137 Lake Front over Waukegan River built?
It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.
What condition is Il 137 Lake Front over Waukegan River 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 December 2021.
How much traffic does Il 137 Lake Front over Waukegan River carry?
About 5,750 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is Il 137 Lake Front over Waukegan River?
The structure is 76 ft (23.3 m) long with a longest span of 73 ft (22.4 m) and a deck 75 ft wide.
Who owns Il 137 Lake Front over Waukegan River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.