US Bridges

Martin Drive over Martn Drive Ramp

FairPosted for load

Hamilton County, Ohio · W. of Martin DR over US50 · Structure no. 3103595

Built
1958
67 years old, rebuilt 1987
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
510 ft
9 main spans
Daily traffic
24,410
2009 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Martin Drive over Martn Drive Ramp is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Martin Drive over Martn Drive Ramp in Hamilton County, Ohio. It was built in 1958 and reconstructed in 1987, so it is 67 years old, older than the Ohio average of 47.3 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 24,410 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 33,881 by 2029. The structure is 510 ft (155.4 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

Location

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CarriesMartin Drive
CrossesMartn Drive Ramp
LocationW. of Martin DR over US50
RouteU.S. Route 50
CountyHamilton County
StateOhio
Coordinates39.10652, -84.49419
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations on dry land well above flood water elevations
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating39.2 US tons
Inventory rating25 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans9
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length510 ft (155.4 m)
Longest span66 ft (20.1 m)
Deck width24 ft (7.2 m)
Roadway width20 ft (6.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic24,410 (2009)
Projected traffic33,881 by 2029
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Martin Drive over Martn Drive Ramp built?

It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1987.

What condition is Martin Drive over Martn Drive Ramp in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in October 2024.

How much traffic does Martin Drive over Martn Drive Ramp carry?

About 24,410 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is Martin Drive over Martn Drive Ramp?

The structure is 510 ft (155.4 m) long with a longest span of 66 ft (20.1 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.

Who owns Martin Drive over Martn Drive Ramp?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.