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Cook County, IL · Structure #016269200000000

LAKE SHORE DRIVE

LAKE SHORE DRIVE in 1800 S Lake Shore DR, Cook County, Illinois received a condition grade of B (71/100). Built in 1996, the bridge carries 137K vehicles daily on LAKE SHORE DRIVE over 18th Drive.

B
71/100
71
Condition Score
137K
Daily Traffic
1996
Year Built
23.2m
Length

Component Ratings

DeckFair
6/9

The riding surface — evaluated for cracking, spalling, and wear

SuperstructureFair
5/9

Beams, girders, and trusses that support the deck

SubstructureGood
8/9

Piers, abutments, and foundations below the deck

Bridge Details

Road
LAKE SHORE DRIVE
Crosses Over
18th Drive
State
Illinois
County
Cook County
Location
1800 S Lake Shore DR
Year Built
1996
Age
30 years
Daily Traffic
137,200
Lanes
8
Length
23.2 meters
Owner
City/Municipal
Structure Number
016269200000000

About This Bridge

LAKE SHORE DRIVE is a 30-year-old bridge located 1800 S Lake Shore DR in Cook County, Illinois. The bridge carries LAKE SHORE DRIVE over 18th Drive with 8 traffic lanes, handling approximately 137K vehicles per day. Built in 1996, the structure spans 23.2 meters.

The bridge received a Condition Grade of B (71/100) based on Federal Highway Administration inspection data. Its deck is rated 6/9 (fair), superstructure 5/9 (fair), and substructure 8/9 (good).

This bridge is owned and maintained by City/Municipal.

Location Map

1800 S Lake Shore DR, Cook County, Illinois

41.858608, -87.617047

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Frequently Asked Questions

LAKE SHORE DRIVE has a Condition Score of 71/100 (Grade B). Its deck is rated 6/9, superstructure 5/9, and substructure 8/9 on the NBI scale. The bridge is not classified as structurally deficient.

LAKE SHORE DRIVE was built in 1996, making it 30 years old. The average bridge age in the United States is 48 years.

LAKE SHORE DRIVE carries approximately 137K vehicles per day (average daily traffic). The bridge has 8 traffic lanes. It is 23.2 meters long and located on LAKE SHORE DRIVE in 1800 S Lake Shore DR, Cook County, Illinois.

No, LAKE SHORE DRIVE is not classified as structurally deficient. All three primary components (deck, superstructure, and substructure) are rated above 4 on the 0-9 NBI scale.

LAKE SHORE DRIVE is located 1800 S Lake Shore DR in Cook County, Illinois. The bridge carries LAKE SHORE DRIVE over 18th Drive. Its coordinates are 41.858608, -87.617047. It is maintained by City/Municipal.

LAKE SHORE DRIVE carries LAKE SHORE DRIVE over 18th Drive. The bridge is 23.2 meters long and was built in 1996.

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Condition Score is calculated from deck (33%), superstructure (33%), and substructure (34%) NBI ratings with an age penalty for bridges over 50 years.