US Bridges

Sheridan RD over Small Stream

Good

Lake County, Illinois · 0.1 M S Deerpath RD · Structure no. 049018300000000

Built
2002
23 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
104 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,150
2023 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Sheridan RD over Small Stream is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Sheridan RD over Small Stream in Lake County, Illinois. It was built in 2002, so it is 23 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 3,150 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,040 by 2046. The structure is 104 ft (31.7 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesSheridan RD
CrossesSmall Stream
Location0.1 M S Deerpath RD
Coordinates42.25231, -87.83159
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 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 adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating98.2 US tons
Inventory rating70 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length104 ft (31.7 m)
Longest span31 ft (9.4 m)
Deck width48 ft (14.6 m)
Roadway width36 ft (11 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,150 (2023)
Projected traffic4,040 by 2046
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
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 Sheridan RD over Small Stream built?

It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.

What condition is Sheridan RD over Small Stream 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does Sheridan RD over Small Stream carry?

About 3,150 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Sheridan RD over Small Stream?

The structure is 104 ft (31.7 m) long with a longest span of 31 ft (9.4 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.

Who owns Sheridan RD over Small Stream?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.