US Bridges

US 52 over Long Lick Run

Fair

Adams County, Ohio · 6.35 MI W of Scioto Line · Structure no. 0102318

Built
1932
93 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
23 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
851
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 52 over Long Lick Run is a concrete culvert carrying US 52 over Long Lick Run in Adams County, Ohio. It was built in 1932, so it is 93 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 6 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 851 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,181 by 2035. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.3 mi (23 km).

CarriesUS 52
CrossesLong Lick Run
Location6.35 MI W of Scioto Line
RouteU.S. Route 52
StateOhio
Coordinates38.65414, -83.34853
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating46.4 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length23 ft (7 m)
Longest span23 ft (7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic851 (2015)
Projected traffic1,181 by 2035
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed14.3 mi (23 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 US 52 over Long Lick Run built?

It was built in 1932, making it 93 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 52 over Long Lick 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does US 52 over Long Lick Run carry?

About 851 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is US 52 over Long Lick Run?

The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 23 ft (7 m).

Who owns US 52 over Long Lick Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.