I-71 Southbound Bridge over the Scioto River
Columbus, OH
The I-71 southbound Bridge over the Scioto River is a 4,675-foot steel plate girder deck bridge. Its structural steel weight is over 6,922 tons. The bridge is supported by 23 piers that peak at just over 100 feet above the river. Traffic will enter this bridge on a gentle curve that straightens as you cross the Scioto River before entering a strong curve and exiting the structure with a beautiful view of the Columbus skyline in the rearview.