Fields Ertel Road over Polk Creek Branch
GoodHamilton County, Ohio · Betw. Snider - I 71 · Structure no. 3133745
- Built
- 1980
- 45 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 51,591
- 2015 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Fields Ertel Road over Polk Creek Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Fields Ertel Road over Polk Creek Branch in Hamilton County, Ohio. It was built in 1980, so it is 45 years old, younger 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 51,591 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 71,608 by 2035. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Fields Ertel Road over Polk Creek Branch built?
It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.
What condition is Fields Ertel Road over Polk Creek Branch 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does Fields Ertel Road over Polk Creek Branch carry?
About 51,591 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is Fields Ertel Road over Polk Creek Branch?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).
Who owns Fields Ertel Road over Polk Creek Branch?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.