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Dirksen Federal Building

existing 116.7 m 30 floors 1964

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#269 in Chicago
#2165 in United States
#18628 Worldwide

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Building Mass Height	116.7 m
Tip Height	116.7 m
Architectural Height	116.7 m
Roof Height	116.7 m
Floors	30
Completion	1964
Structural Form	skyscraper
Main Usage	courthouse, government office
Status	existing
Architectural Style	international style
Address	219 South Dearborn Street
Smart Address	219 South Dearborn Street
Smart Address	41–49 West Adams Street
Smart Address	20–48 West Jackson Boulevard
City	Chicago
Country	United States

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