Il 137 over Skokie River
FairLake County, Illinois · 0.18 M E US 41 · Structure no. 049201100000000
- Built
- 1942
- 83 years old, rebuilt 1976
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 19,200
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Il 137 over Skokie River is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Il 137 over Skokie River in Lake County, Illinois. It was built in 1942 and reconstructed in 1976, so it is 83 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 19,200 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,887 by 2046. The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Il 137 over Skokie River built?
It was built in 1942, making it 83 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1976.
What condition is Il 137 over Skokie River 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does Il 137 over Skokie River carry?
About 19,200 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is Il 137 over Skokie River?
The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Il 137 over Skokie River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.