41st Street Pedestrian Bridge

Chicago, IL · 2018

Client: AECOM
Owner: Chicago Department of Transportation (CDOT)
Location: Chicago, IL
Year: 2018

41st Street Pedestrian Bridge — Chicago, IL

Project Overview

Description

A pedestrian bridge connecting the Bronzeville community to the Lakefront, spanning Lake Shore Drive and active railroad tracks. The structure links William Davis Park in Oakland with the Lakefront Trail in Burnham Park, providing access to Oakwood Beach.

HBM's Scope

Scope of Work

Structural Design of Approach Structures and Stairs
Finite Element Analysis (FEM)
Preparation of Final Plans, Specifications, and Preliminary Scope of Engineering (PSE) Estimate
Shop Drawing Reviews

Highlights

Project Highlights

Spans 1,470 feet over active rail lines, catenary wires, and all eight lanes of Lake Shore Drive
Twisting approaches forming a giant 'S'
Inclined, fabricated steel arches — both functional and aesthetic
Addresses ADA accessibility for underserved communities

Recognition

Awards

ENR 2019 National Best of the Best – Project of the Year, Landscape/Urban Development
ENR Midwest 2019 Project of the Year & Best Project, Landscape/Urban Development
NCSEA 2019 Excellence in Structural Engineering – Top Bridge Project & Best Poster Graphics
SEAOI 2019 Excellence in Structural Engineering – Best Bridge/Transportation Project
ACEC-IL 2020 Lincoln's Grand Conceptor Award – Honor Award, Structural Systems