US Bridges

Ir 74 over West Fork

Fair

Hamilton County, Ohio · 2.2 MI W of US 27 · Structure no. 3108775

Built
1971
54 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
32 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
45,993
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ir 74 over West Fork is a steel culvert carrying Ir 74 over West Fork in Hamilton County, Ohio. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 45,993 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 63,838 by 2035. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long.

Location

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CarriesIr 74
CrossesWest Fork
Location2.2 MI W of US 27
RouteInterstate 74
CountyHamilton County
StateOhio
Coordinates39.15778, -84.56869
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating107.1 US tons
Inventory rating75 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 20
Structure length32 ft (9.8 m)
Longest span31 ft (9.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic45,993 (2015)
Projected traffic63,838 by 2035
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Ir 74 over West Fork built?

It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ir 74 over West Fork 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does Ir 74 over West Fork carry?

About 45,993 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is Ir 74 over West Fork?

The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 31 ft (9.3 m).

Who owns Ir 74 over West Fork?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.