Boston Rd. over IR-71
FairCuyahoga County, Ohio · 2.57 Mi. S. of Jct. SR-82 · Structure no. 1803549
- Built
- 1966
- 59 years old, rebuilt 1998
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 284 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 830
- 1971 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Boston Rd. over IR-71 is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Boston Rd. over IR-71 in Cuyahoga County, Ohio. It was built in 1966 and reconstructed in 1998, so it is 59 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 830 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,152 by 1991. The structure is 284 ft (86.6 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Boston Rd. over IR-71 built?
It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1998.
What condition is Boston Rd. over IR-71 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 2024.
How much traffic does Boston Rd. over IR-71 carry?
About 830 vehicles per day (1971 count).
How long is Boston Rd. over IR-71?
The structure is 284 ft (86.6 m) long with a longest span of 79 ft (24.1 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.
Who owns Boston Rd. over IR-71?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.