US Bridges

Ir 74 over West Fork

Good

Hamilton County, Ohio · .5 MI W of US 27 · Structure no. 3115542

Built
1973
52 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
40 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
54,489
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ir 74 over West Fork is a concrete culvert carrying Ir 74 over West Fork in Hamilton County, Ohio. It was built in 1973, 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 54,489 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 75,631 by 2035. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long.

CarriesIr 74
CrossesWest Fork
Location.5 MI W of US 27
RouteInterstate 74
StateOhio
Coordinates39.15963, -84.55085
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
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating46.4 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length40 ft (12.2 m)
Longest span18 ft (5.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic54,489 (2015)
Projected traffic75,631 by 2035
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure11
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 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ir 74 over West Fork 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does Ir 74 over West Fork carry?

About 54,489 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is Ir 74 over West Fork?

The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 18 ft (5.5 m).

Who owns Ir 74 over West Fork?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.