US Bridges

Ir 75 over Lost Creek

Good

Allen County, Ohio · .08 Mi. N of SR 309 · Structure no. 0202061

Built
2014
11 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
37 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
39,060
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ir 75 over Lost Creek is a steel culvert carrying Ir 75 over Lost Creek in Allen County, Ohio. It was built in 2014, so it is 11 years old, younger than the Ohio average of 47.3 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 39,060 vehicles a day, roughly 33% of them trucks, projected to reach 47,458 by 2035. The structure is 37 ft (11.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesIr 75
CrossesLost Creek
Location.08 Mi. N of SR 309
RouteInterstate 75
StateOhio
Coordinates40.73164, -84.0755
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating46.4 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHL 93
Structure length37 ft (11.2 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic39,060 (2015)
Projected traffic47,458 by 2035
Trucks33%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Ir 75 over Lost Creek built?

It was built in 2014, making it 11 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ir 75 over Lost Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in October 2024.

How much traffic does Ir 75 over Lost Creek carry?

About 39,060 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 33% are trucks.

How long is Ir 75 over Lost Creek?

The structure is 37 ft (11.2 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).

Who owns Ir 75 over Lost Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.