US Bridges

SR 741 over Gander Run

Fair

Warren County, Ohio · .7 MI N of SR 122 · Structure no. 8305358

Built
1951
74 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
28 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
4,894
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 741 over Gander Run is a steel culvert carrying SR 741 over Gander Run in Warren County, Ohio. It was built in 1951, so it is 74 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 4,894 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,793 by 2035. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 741
CrossesGander Run
Location.7 MI N of SR 122
RouteState Highway 741
CountyWarren County
StateOhio
Coordinates39.5005, -84.24406
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating46.4 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 15
Structure length28 ft (8.5 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,894 (2015)
Projected traffic6,793 by 2035
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 741 over Gander Run built?

It was built in 1951, making it 74 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 741 over Gander Run 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does SR 741 over Gander Run carry?

About 4,894 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is SR 741 over Gander Run?

The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns SR 741 over Gander Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.