Providing critical investment in Cook County infrastructure that supports regional and national commerce.
PROJECT OVERVIEW
Starting in spring 2023, the Cook County Department of Transportation and Highways (DoTH) will be performing needed rehabilitation work on the Central Avenue Bridge that spans over the Sanitary Ship Canal near the western border of Chicago and travels through the Villages of Stickney and Forest View.
This four-lane, 0.71 mile-long bridge serves many neighboring industrial sites and provides a vital connection to Interstate 55 and Midway Airport. Improvements from the project will bring the bridge to a state of good repair and support continued serviceability to freight movement in the region.
During construction, the bridge capacity will be reduced from two lanes in each direction to one lane in each direction. Construction is expected to be completed in late 2024.
PROJECT SCOPE
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Full replacement of the bridge deck
Re-painting the bridge girders
Repairing the steel girders and concrete piers
BENEFITS
INCREASING ACCESS
To manufacturing and industrial business
ENHANCING SAFETY
For motor vehicles that use the Central Avenue Bridge
IMPROVING FLOW
By improving the flow of goods and services for residents and commuters
Maintain and Modernize
what already exists
KEY COUNTY GOALS FROM THE LONG RANGE TRANSPORTATION PLAN
KEY COUNTY GOALS FROM THE LONG RANGE TRANSPORTATION PLAN
Support the region's role as North America's freight capital
KEY COUNTY GOALS FROM THE LONG RANGE TRANSPORTATION PLAN
Increase Investments
in Transportation
KEY COUNTY GOALS FROM THE POLICY ROADMAP
Smart Communities
Public Infrastructure
