Ir 71 over W Branch of Big Creek
FairCuyahoga County, Ohio · 2.90 Mi.N. of Jct. I-480 · Structure no. 1804960
- Built
- 1967
- 58 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 39 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 78,393
- 2015 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ir 71 over W Branch of Big Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Ir 71 over W Branch of Big Creek in Cuyahoga County, Ohio. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 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 6 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 78,393 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 108,809 by 2035. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long and 125 ft wide.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Ir 71 over W Branch of Big Creek built?
It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.
What condition is Ir 71 over W Branch of Big Creek 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does Ir 71 over W Branch of Big Creek carry?
About 78,393 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Ir 71 over W Branch of Big Creek?
The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 17 ft (5.2 m) and a deck 125 ft wide.
Who owns Ir 71 over W Branch of Big Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.