US Bridges

I 71 over Over CSX RR

Good

Franklin County, Ohio · 2.96 MI N of Pickaway CO · Structure no. 2506939

Built
1964
61 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
164 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
20,120
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I 71 over Over CSX RR is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I 71 over Over CSX RR in Franklin County, Ohio. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 20,120 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 27,927 by 2035. The structure is 164 ft (50 m) long and 67 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesI 71
CrossesOver CSX RR
Location2.96 MI N of Pickaway CO
RouteInterstate 71
StateOhio
Coordinates39.82486, -83.1437
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Substructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating39.2 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length164 ft (50 m)
Longest span61 ft (18.6 m)
Deck width67 ft (20.5 m)
Roadway width64 ft (19.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic20,120 (2015)
Projected traffic27,927 by 2035
Trucks18%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was I 71 over Over CSX RR built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.

What condition is I 71 over Over CSX RR 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 71 over Over CSX RR carry?

About 20,120 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.

How long is I 71 over Over CSX RR?

The structure is 164 ft (50 m) long with a longest span of 61 ft (18.6 m) and a deck 67 ft wide.

Who owns I 71 over Over CSX RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.