US Bridges

SR 7 over CO RD 42 Also West Main

Fair

Jefferson County, Ohio · 2.94 MI S of Conrail RR · Structure no. 4101294

Built
1971
54 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
125 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
13,647
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 7 over CO RD 42 Also West Main is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 7 over CO RD 42 Also West Main in Jefferson County, Ohio. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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 13,647 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,942 by 2035. The structure is 125 ft (38 m) long and 85 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 7
CrossesCO RD 42 Also West Main
Location2.94 MI S of Conrail RR
RouteState Highway 7
CountyJefferson County
StateOhio
Coordinates40.46371, -80.61056
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating50.7 US tons
Inventory rating38.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length125 ft (38 m)
Longest span50 ft (15.2 m)
Deck width85 ft (25.9 m)
Roadway width78 ft (23.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic13,647 (2015)
Projected traffic18,942 by 2035
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
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 CO RD 42 Also West Main built?

It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 7 over CO RD 42 Also West Main 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does SR 7 over CO RD 42 Also West Main carry?

About 13,647 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is SR 7 over CO RD 42 Also West Main?

The structure is 125 ft (38 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 85 ft wide.

Who owns SR 7 over CO RD 42 Also West Main?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.