Kemper Road over Miami and Erie Canal
FairHamilton County, Ohio · 1.53 MI E of Kenn RD · Structure no. 3138135
- Built
- 1962
- 63 years old, rebuilt 1979
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 28 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 15,218
- 2015 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Kemper Road over Miami and Erie Canal is a concrete culvert carrying Kemper Road over Miami and Erie Canal in Hamilton County, Ohio. It was built in 1962 and reconstructed in 1979, so it is 63 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 15,218 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 21,123 by 2035. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Kemper Road over Miami and Erie Canal built?
It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1979.
What condition is Kemper Road over Miami and Erie Canal 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 Kemper Road over Miami and Erie Canal carry?
About 15,218 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is Kemper Road over Miami and Erie Canal?
The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).
Who owns Kemper Road over Miami and Erie Canal?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.