US Bridges

SR 7 over CR 17A (old SR7) W&le RR

Fair

Jefferson County, Ohio · 1.57 M N of Farm Lane · Structure no. 4100115

Built
1976
49 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
175 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
14,769
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 7 over CR 17A (old SR7) W&le RR is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 7 over CR 17A (old SR7) W&le RR in Jefferson 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 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 14,769 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 20,499 by 2035. The structure is 175 ft (53.4 m) long and 75 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesSR 7
CrossesCR 17A (old SR7) W&le RR
Location1.57 M N of Farm Lane
RouteState Highway 7
CountyJefferson County
StateOhio
Coordinates40.1923, -80.68245
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating52.9 US tons
Inventory rating41.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length175 ft (53.4 m)
Longest span53 ft (16.2 m)
Deck width75 ft (23 m)
Roadway width71 ft (21.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic14,769 (2015)
Projected traffic20,499 by 2035
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 7 over CR 17A (old SR7) W&le RR built?

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

What condition is SR 7 over CR 17A (old SR7) W&le RR 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does SR 7 over CR 17A (old SR7) W&le RR carry?

About 14,769 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is SR 7 over CR 17A (old SR7) W&le RR?

The structure is 175 ft (53.4 m) long with a longest span of 53 ft (16.2 m) and a deck 75 ft wide.

Who owns SR 7 over CR 17A (old SR7) W&le RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.