I-270 Eb/Wb over Olentangy River
GoodFranklin County, Ohio · Olentangy River (n) · Structure no. 2510995
- Built
- 1969
- 56 years old, rebuilt 2001
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 264 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 180,261
- 2015 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I-270 Eb/Wb over Olentangy River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I-270 Eb/Wb over Olentangy River in Franklin County, Ohio. It was built in 1969 and reconstructed in 2001, so it is 56 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 180,261 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 250,202 by 2035. The structure is 264 ft (80.6 m) long and 143 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I-270 Eb/Wb over Olentangy River built?
It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2001.
What condition is I-270 Eb/Wb over Olentangy River 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 I-270 Eb/Wb over Olentangy River carry?
About 180,261 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is I-270 Eb/Wb over Olentangy River?
The structure is 264 ft (80.6 m) long with a longest span of 72 ft (21.9 m) and a deck 143 ft wide.
Who owns I-270 Eb/Wb over Olentangy River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.