US Bridges

Ir 71 over Jamison Creek

Good

Ashland County, Ohio · 3.3 MI S of USR250 · Structure no. 0302554

Built
1959
66 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
28 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
47,296
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ir 71 over Jamison Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Ir 71 over Jamison Creek in Ashland County, Ohio. It was built in 1959, so it is 66 years old, older 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 47,296 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 65,647 by 2040. The structure is 28 ft (8.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesIr 71
CrossesJamison Creek
Location3.3 MI S of USR250
RouteInterstate 71
StateOhio
Coordinates40.8324, -82.31001
Functional classRural 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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating46.4 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length28 ft (8.4 m)
Longest span16 ft (4.9 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic47,296 (2022)
Projected traffic65,647 by 2040
Trucks25%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 71 over Jamison Creek built?

It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ir 71 over Jamison 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does Ir 71 over Jamison Creek carry?

About 47,296 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.

How long is Ir 71 over Jamison Creek?

The structure is 28 ft (8.4 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m).

Who owns Ir 71 over Jamison Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.