US Bridges

US127 over S744

Fair

Preble County, Ohio · Over SR744 · Structure no. 6802281

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
197 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
4,489
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US127 over S744 is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US127 over S744 in Preble County, Ohio. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 5 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 4,489 vehicles a day, roughly 23% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,231 by 2035. The structure is 197 ft (60 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 18 mi (29 km).

Location

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CarriesUS127
CrossesS744
LocationOver SR744
RouteU.S. Route 127
CountyPreble County
StateOhio
Coordinates39.57346, -84.65226
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating46.4 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length197 ft (60 m)
Longest span75 ft (22.9 m)
Deck width47 ft (14.4 m)
Roadway width45 ft (13.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,489 (2015)
Projected traffic6,231 by 2035
Trucks23%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesOverpass structure at an interchange
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed18 mi (29 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 US127 over S744 built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.

What condition is US127 over S744 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 US127 over S744 carry?

About 4,489 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 23% are trucks.

How long is US127 over S744?

The structure is 197 ft (60 m) long with a longest span of 75 ft (22.9 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.

Who owns US127 over S744?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.