US Bridges

Shepherd Lane over IR75

Good

Hamilton County, Ohio · 1.3 MI S of SR 126 · Structure no. 3110753

Built
2020
5 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
171 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,377
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Shepherd Lane over IR75 is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Shepherd Lane over IR75 in Hamilton County, Ohio. It was built in 2020, so it is 5 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 9 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 2,377 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,299 by 2039. The structure is 171 ft (52 m) long and 89 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).

Location

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CarriesShepherd Lane
CrossesIR75
Location1.3 MI S of SR 126
RouteCity Street M3703
CountyHamilton County
StateOhio
Coordinates39.23605, -84.45079
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Superstructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Substructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating58.5 US tons
Inventory rating45 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHL 93
Structure length171 ft (52 m)
Longest span86 ft (26.2 m)
Deck width89 ft (27 m)
Roadway width78 ft (23.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,377 (2019)
Projected traffic3,299 by 2039
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesOverpass structure at an interchange
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed14.9 mi (24 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Shepherd Lane over IR75 built?

It was built in 2020, making it 5 years old in 2025.

What condition is Shepherd Lane over IR75 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does Shepherd Lane over IR75 carry?

About 2,377 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is Shepherd Lane over IR75?

The structure is 171 ft (52 m) long with a longest span of 86 ft (26.2 m) and a deck 89 ft wide.

Who owns Shepherd Lane over IR75?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.