I-275 over Ohio River

Poor Condition50 years old38,411 vehicles/day

Location

StateKentucky
CountyBoone
LocationCropper Bridge Over Ohio
CarriesI-275
CrossesOhio River
Coordinates39.10417, -84.82583

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionPoor
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure4 (Poor)
Substructure5 (Fair)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical7 — Countermeasures installed

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel Continuous
DesignTruss - Thru
Total Length4057.1 ft (1236.6 m)
Max Span750.0 ft (228.6 m)
Deck Width65.9 ft (20.1 m)
Deck Area24855.7 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1976

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic38,411 (2023)
Truck Traffic16%
Lanes On Bridge4

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection724
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is possibly eligible (requires evaluation)
Structure Number008B00052N

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