E. Kemper Road over Polk Run Creek
FairHamilton County, Ohio · 9.03 MI E of Colerain Ave · Structure no. 3132250
- Built
- 1953
- 72 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 27 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 9,752
- 2015 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
E. Kemper Road over Polk Run Creek is a concrete culvert carrying E. Kemper Road over Polk Run Creek in Hamilton County, Ohio. It was built in 1953, so it is 72 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 6 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 9,752 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,536 by 2035. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was E. Kemper Road over Polk Run Creek built?
It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025.
What condition is E. Kemper Road over Polk Run Creek 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 December 2024.
How much traffic does E. Kemper Road over Polk Run Creek carry?
About 9,752 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is E. Kemper Road over Polk Run Creek?
The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.3 m).
Who owns E. Kemper Road over Polk Run Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.