US Bridges

IR-75 over Howell Extension Ditch

Good

Miami County, Ohio · 2.83MI.N. of Jct. SR-41 · Structure no. 5502616

Built
1957
68 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
35 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
54,110
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IR-75 over Howell Extension Ditch is a steel culvert carrying IR-75 over Howell Extension Ditch in Miami County, Ohio. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 years old, older 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 54,110 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 75,105 by 2035. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long.

CarriesIR-75
CrossesHowell Extension Ditch
Location2.83MI.N. of Jct. SR-41
RouteInterstate 75
StateOhio
Coordinates40.0928, -84.23179
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating87.2 US tons
Inventory rating67.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length35 ft (10.7 m)
Longest span16 ft (4.9 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic54,110 (2015)
Projected traffic75,105 by 2035
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was IR-75 over Howell Extension Ditch built?

It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.

What condition is IR-75 over Howell Extension Ditch 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 2024.

How much traffic does IR-75 over Howell Extension Ditch carry?

About 54,110 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is IR-75 over Howell Extension Ditch?

The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m).

Who owns IR-75 over Howell Extension Ditch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.