US Bridges

T-274 Mcelroy RD over Over RIC-030 -1438

Good

Richland County, Ohio · .34 Miles East of US 42 · Structure no. 7001479

Built
1971
54 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
226 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
4,213
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

T-274 Mcelroy RD over Over RIC-030 -1438 is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying T-274 Mcelroy RD over Over RIC-030 -1438 in Richland 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 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 4,213 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 28,807 by 2035. The structure is 226 ft (68.9 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesT-274 Mcelroy RD
CrossesOver RIC-030 -1438
Location.34 Miles East of US 42
RouteCounty Highway 274
StateOhio
Coordinates40.77845, -82.46481
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating49.6 US tons
Inventory rating38.3 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length226 ft (68.9 m)
Longest span70 ft (21.3 m)
Deck width46 ft (14 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,213 (2015)
Projected traffic28,807 by 2035
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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 T-274 Mcelroy RD over Over RIC-030 -1438 built?

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

What condition is T-274 Mcelroy RD over Over RIC-030 -1438 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does T-274 Mcelroy RD over Over RIC-030 -1438 carry?

About 4,213 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is T-274 Mcelroy RD over Over RIC-030 -1438?

The structure is 226 ft (68.9 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.3 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns T-274 Mcelroy RD over Over RIC-030 -1438?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.