US Bridges

Ir 275 Approach WB over Apprch Ohio River;relief

Fair

Hamilton County, Ohio · Oh-Ky State Line · Structure no. 3117235

Built
1976
49 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Girder and Floorbeam System
Steel
Length
801 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
24,421
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ir 275 Approach WB over Apprch Ohio River;relief is a steel girder and floorbeam system carrying Ir 275 Approach WB over Apprch Ohio River;relief in Hamilton County, Ohio. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 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 24,421 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 33,896 by 2035. The structure is 801 ft (244.2 m) long and 55 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesIr 275 Approach WB
CrossesApprch Ohio River;relief
LocationOh-Ky State Line
RouteInterstate 275
StateOhio
Coordinates39.05911, -84.42578
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusOpen, no 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 alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating39.2 US tons
Inventory rating32.2 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length801 ft (244.2 m)
Longest span202 ft (61.5 m)
Deck width55 ft (16.8 m)
Roadway width51 ft (15.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic24,421 (2015)
Projected traffic33,896 by 2035
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
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 275 Approach WB over Apprch Ohio River;relief built?

It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ir 275 Approach WB over Apprch Ohio River;relief 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does Ir 275 Approach WB over Apprch Ohio River;relief carry?

About 24,421 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is Ir 275 Approach WB over Apprch Ohio River;relief?

The structure is 801 ft (244.2 m) long with a longest span of 202 ft (61.5 m) and a deck 55 ft wide.

Who owns Ir 275 Approach WB over Apprch Ohio River;relief?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.