I-70 over Big Walnut Creek
GoodFranklin County, Ohio · 2.76 MI E of James RD · Structure no. 2505525
- Built
- 1967
- 58 years old, rebuilt 2003
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 232 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 46,392
- 2015 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I-70 over Big Walnut Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I-70 over Big Walnut Creek in Franklin County, Ohio. It was built in 1967 and reconstructed in 2003, 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 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.
It carries about 46,392 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 64,392 by 2035. The structure is 232 ft (70.6 m) long and 63 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I-70 over Big Walnut Creek built?
It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2003.
What condition is I-70 over Big Walnut Creek 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does I-70 over Big Walnut Creek carry?
About 46,392 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is I-70 over Big Walnut Creek?
The structure is 232 ft (70.6 m) long with a longest span of 74 ft (22.6 m) and a deck 63 ft wide.
Who owns I-70 over Big Walnut Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.