US Bridges

Ir 75 over Norfolk Southern RR

Good

Butler County, Ohio · SB 4.05 MI N Ham-But CO L · Structure no. 0901717

Built
1960
65 years old, rebuilt 2008
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
160 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
65,877
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ir 75 over Norfolk Southern RR is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ir 75 over Norfolk Southern RR in Butler County, Ohio. It was built in 1960 and reconstructed in 2008, so it is 65 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 65,877 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 91,437 by 2035. The structure is 160 ft (48.8 m) long and 96 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesIr 75
CrossesNorfolk Southern RR
LocationSB 4.05 MI N Ham-But CO L
RouteInterstate 75
StateOhio
Coordinates39.34346, -84.39171
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating95 US tons
Inventory rating73.2 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length160 ft (48.8 m)
Longest span65 ft (19.7 m)
Deck width96 ft (29.4 m)
Roadway width93 ft (28.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic65,877 (2015)
Projected traffic91,437 by 2035
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Ir 75 over Norfolk Southern RR built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2008.

What condition is Ir 75 over Norfolk Southern RR 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does Ir 75 over Norfolk Southern RR carry?

About 65,877 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is Ir 75 over Norfolk Southern RR?

The structure is 160 ft (48.8 m) long with a longest span of 65 ft (19.7 m) and a deck 96 ft wide.

Who owns Ir 75 over Norfolk Southern RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.