US 42 over Ohio River Clay Bailey
PoorHamilton County, Ohio · Over Ohio River · Structure no. 3102475
- Built
- 1974
- 51 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected June 2022
- Type
- Truss - Thru
- Steel
- Length
- 2,209 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 13,531
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 42 over Ohio River Clay Bailey is a steel truss - thru carrying US 42 over Ohio River Clay Bailey in Hamilton County, Ohio. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 years old, older than the Ohio average of 47.3 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 13,531 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,781 by 2036. The structure is 2,209 ft (673.4 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 42 over Ohio River Clay Bailey built?
It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 42 over Ohio River Clay Bailey in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in June 2022.
How much traffic does US 42 over Ohio River Clay Bailey carry?
About 13,531 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is US 42 over Ohio River Clay Bailey?
The structure is 2,209 ft (673.4 m) long with a longest span of 675 ft (205.7 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns US 42 over Ohio River Clay Bailey?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.