Ir 71 over W&le RR
FairCuyahoga County, Ohio · 1.11 Mi. S. of Jct. US-42 · Structure no. 1805223
- Built
- 1967
- 58 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 147 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 63,912
- 2015 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ir 71 over W&le RR is a concrete continuous slab carrying Ir 71 over W&le RR 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 63,912 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 88,710 by 2035. The structure is 147 ft (44.8 m) long and 146 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Ir 71 over W&le RR built?
It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.
What condition is Ir 71 over W&le RR 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 Ir 71 over W&le RR carry?
About 63,912 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Ir 71 over W&le RR?
The structure is 147 ft (44.8 m) long with a longest span of 55 ft (16.8 m) and a deck 146 ft wide.
Who owns Ir 71 over W&le RR?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.