US Bridges

IR71 over Over CSX & NS RR

Good

Franklin County, Ohio · 0.42 MI S of 5th Ave · Structure no. 2507811

Built
1993
32 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
134 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
160,570
2001 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IR71 over Over CSX & NS RR is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IR71 over Over CSX & NS RR in Franklin County, Ohio. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 years old, younger 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 160,570 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 222,871 by 2021. The structure is 134 ft (40.8 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesIR71
CrossesOver CSX & NS RR
Location0.42 MI S of 5th Ave
RouteInterstate 71
CountyFranklin County
StateOhio
Coordinates39.97999, -82.98671
Functional classUrban 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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating107.1 US tons
Inventory rating85.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length134 ft (40.8 m)
Longest span126 ft (38.4 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.4 m)
Roadway width42 ft (12.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic160,570 (2001)
Projected traffic222,871 by 2021
Trucks8%
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 IR71 over Over CSX & NS RR built?

It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.

What condition is IR71 over Over CSX & NS 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 IR71 over Over CSX & NS RR carry?

About 160,570 vehicles per day (2001 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is IR71 over Over CSX & NS RR?

The structure is 134 ft (40.8 m) long with a longest span of 126 ft (38.4 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns IR71 over Over CSX & NS RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.