US Bridges

Ir 470 over SR7 NS & W&l Rrs Ohio R

Fair

Belmont County, Ohio · .08 M E of SR 7 · Structure no. 0706397

Built
1978
47 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2022
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
785 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
42,161
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ir 470 over SR7 NS & W&l Rrs Ohio R is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ir 470 over SR7 NS & W&l Rrs Ohio R in Belmont County, Ohio. It was built in 1978, so it is 47 years old, younger than the Ohio average of 47.3 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 42,161 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 60,488 by 2039. The structure is 785 ft (239.2 m) long and 90 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesIr 470
CrossesSR7 NS & W&l Rrs Ohio R
Location.08 M E of SR 7
RouteInterstate 470
CountyBelmont County
StateOhio
Coordinates40.04966, -80.73196
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionApril 2022
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating46.4 US tons
Inventory rating32.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length785 ft (239.2 m)
Longest span780 ft (237.7 m)
Deck width90 ft (27.4 m)
Roadway width84 ft (25.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deck17 ft (5.2 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic42,161 (2019)
Projected traffic60,488 by 2039
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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 proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$170,000
NavigationNavigation control on waterway (bridge permit required)

Frequently asked questions

When was Ir 470 over SR7 NS & W&l Rrs Ohio R built?

It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ir 470 over SR7 NS & W&l Rrs Ohio R in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in April 2022.

How much traffic does Ir 470 over SR7 NS & W&l Rrs Ohio R carry?

About 42,161 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is Ir 470 over SR7 NS & W&l Rrs Ohio R?

The structure is 785 ft (239.2 m) long with a longest span of 780 ft (237.7 m) and a deck 90 ft wide.

Who owns Ir 470 over SR7 NS & W&l Rrs Ohio R?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.