I 71 over Grassy Branch
FairFayette County, Ohio · 0.28 MI N of Greene Co. · Structure no. 2401681
- Built
- 1963
- 62 years old, rebuilt 2005
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 79 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 15,717
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I 71 over Grassy Branch is a concrete continuous slab carrying I 71 over Grassy Branch in Fayette County, Ohio. It was built in 1963 and reconstructed in 2005, so it is 62 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 15,717 vehicles a day, roughly 32% of them trucks, projected to reach 21,815 by 2038. The structure is 79 ft (24.2 m) long and 63 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I 71 over Grassy Branch built?
It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2005.
What condition is I 71 over Grassy Branch 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does I 71 over Grassy Branch carry?
About 15,717 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 32% are trucks.
How long is I 71 over Grassy Branch?
The structure is 79 ft (24.2 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 63 ft wide.
Who owns I 71 over Grassy Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.