US Bridges

Ir 275 WB over Ohio River Combs/Hehl

FairPosted for load

Hamilton County, Ohio · Over Ohio River · Structure no. 3117278

Built
1979
46 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2022
Type
Truss - Thru
Steel
Length
1,441 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
39,572
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ir 275 WB over Ohio River Combs/Hehl is a steel truss - thru carrying Ir 275 WB over Ohio River Combs/Hehl in Hamilton County, Ohio. It was built in 1979, so it is 46 years old, younger 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 39,572 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 43,529 by 2038. The structure is 1,441 ft (439.2 m) long and 55 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesIr 275 WB
CrossesOhio River Combs/Hehl
LocationOver Ohio River
RouteInterstate 275
CountyHamilton County
StateOhio
Coordinates39.0579, -84.42962
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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionOctober 2022
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
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 alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating64.6 US tons
Inventory rating38.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTruss - Thru
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length1,441 ft (439.2 m)
Longest span720 ft (219.5 m)
Deck width55 ft (16.8 m)
Roadway width51 ft (15.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deck18 ft (5.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic39,572 (2018)
Projected traffic43,529 by 2038
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
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—
NavigationNavigation control on waterway (bridge permit required)

Frequently asked questions

When was Ir 275 WB over Ohio River Combs/Hehl built?

It was built in 1979, making it 46 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ir 275 WB over Ohio River Combs/Hehl 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 October 2022.

How much traffic does Ir 275 WB over Ohio River Combs/Hehl carry?

About 39,572 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Ir 275 WB over Ohio River Combs/Hehl?

The structure is 1,441 ft (439.2 m) long with a longest span of 720 ft (219.5 m) and a deck 55 ft wide.

Who owns Ir 275 WB over Ohio River Combs/Hehl?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.