Berkshire Rd. over IR-71
GoodPosted for loadDelaware County, Ohio · 1.26 MI N of US36 · Structure no. 2102463
- Built
- 1959
- 66 years old, rebuilt 2001
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 266 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 375
- 2017 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Berkshire Rd. over IR-71 is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Berkshire Rd. over IR-71 in Delaware County, Ohio. It was built in 1959 and reconstructed in 2001, so it is 66 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 375 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 521 by 2037. The structure is 266 ft (81.1 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
Location
Open in Google MapsCondition and inspection
All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Berkshire Rd. over IR-71 built?
It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2001.
What condition is Berkshire Rd. over IR-71 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does Berkshire Rd. over IR-71 carry?
About 375 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is Berkshire Rd. over IR-71?
The structure is 266 ft (81.1 m) long with a longest span of 82 ft (25 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns Berkshire Rd. over IR-71?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.