US Bridges

Ramp IR270 E to US over Olentangy River and Ramp

Good

Franklin County, Ohio · Over Olentangy River · Structure no. 2510901

Built
2017
8 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Girder and Floorbeam System
Steel
Length
684 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
14,020
2008 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ramp IR270 E to US over Olentangy River and Ramp is a steel girder and floorbeam system carrying Ramp IR270 E to US over Olentangy River and Ramp in Franklin County, Ohio. It was built in 2017, so it is 8 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 14,020 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,263 by 2028. The structure is 684 ft (208.6 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesRamp IR270 E to US
CrossesOlentangy River and Ramp
LocationOver Olentangy River
RouteInterstate 270
CountyFranklin County
StateOhio
Coordinates40.11167, -83.03268
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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating64.3 US tons
Inventory rating50 US tons

Structure

Structure typeGirder and Floorbeam System
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHL 93
Structure length684 ft (208.6 m)
Longest span212 ft (64.6 m)
Deck width33 ft (10.1 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic14,020 (2008)
Projected traffic16,263 by 2028
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and waterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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 proposedReplacement because of relocation of road
Estimated improvement cost$70.5 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Ramp IR270 E to US over Olentangy River and Ramp built?

It was built in 2017, making it 8 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ramp IR270 E to US over Olentangy River and Ramp 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does Ramp IR270 E to US over Olentangy River and Ramp carry?

About 14,020 vehicles per day (2008 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is Ramp IR270 E to US over Olentangy River and Ramp?

The structure is 684 ft (208.6 m) long with a longest span of 212 ft (64.6 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.

Who owns Ramp IR270 E to US over Olentangy River and Ramp?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.