US Bridges

Ir 74 over EB "on" Ramp from US 27

Good

Hamilton County, Ohio · 0.68 Mi. West of Ir 75 · Structure no. 3115526

Built
1973
52 years old, rebuilt 2023
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
344 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
85,452
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ir 74 over EB "on" Ramp from US 27 is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ir 74 over EB "on" Ramp from US 27 in Hamilton County, Ohio. It was built in 1973 and reconstructed in 2023, so it is 52 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 85,452 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 75,631 by 2035. The structure is 344 ft (104.9 m) long and 104 ft wide.

CarriesIr 74
CrossesEB "on" Ramp from US 27
Location0.68 Mi. West of Ir 75
RouteInterstate 74
StateOhio
Coordinates39.16065, -84.55207
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating49.3 US tons
Inventory rating38.3 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length344 ft (104.9 m)
Longest span146 ft (44.5 m)
Deck width104 ft (31.8 m)
Roadway width97 ft (29.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic85,452 (2022)
Projected traffic75,631 by 2035
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Ir 74 over EB "on" Ramp from US 27 built?

It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2023.

What condition is Ir 74 over EB "on" Ramp from US 27 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does Ir 74 over EB "on" Ramp from US 27 carry?

About 85,452 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is Ir 74 over EB "on" Ramp from US 27?

The structure is 344 ft (104.9 m) long with a longest span of 146 ft (44.5 m) and a deck 104 ft wide.

Who owns Ir 74 over EB "on" Ramp from US 27?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.