US Bridges

IR71 Rp to Denison over Nsc Undr Rmp to Denison

Fair

Cuyahoga County, Ohio · Approx .5 MI N Ridge RD · Structure no. 1800388

Built
1968
57 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
167 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
94,110
2010 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IR71 Rp to Denison over Nsc Undr Rmp to Denison is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IR71 Rp to Denison over Nsc Undr Rmp to Denison in Cuyahoga County, Ohio. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 years old, older 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 94,110 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 130,625 by 2030. The structure is 167 ft (50.9 m) long and 173 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesIR71 Rp to Denison
CrossesNsc Undr Rmp to Denison
LocationApprox .5 MI N Ridge RD
RouteInterstate 71
StateOhio
Coordinates41.45586, -81.72819
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
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 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 alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating67.5 US tons
Inventory rating52.1 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length167 ft (50.9 m)
Longest span63 ft (19.2 m)
Deck width173 ft (52.6 m)
Roadway width169 ft (51.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic94,110 (2010)
Projected traffic130,625 by 2030
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 IR71 Rp to Denison over Nsc Undr Rmp to Denison built?

It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.

What condition is IR71 Rp to Denison over Nsc Undr Rmp to Denison 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does IR71 Rp to Denison over Nsc Undr Rmp to Denison carry?

About 94,110 vehicles per day (2010 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is IR71 Rp to Denison over Nsc Undr Rmp to Denison?

The structure is 167 ft (50.9 m) long with a longest span of 63 ft (19.2 m) and a deck 173 ft wide.

Who owns IR71 Rp to Denison over Nsc Undr Rmp to Denison?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.