US Bridges

SR 73 over Kerr Run

Fair

Adams County, Ohio · 1.58 MI E of Highland Cty · Structure no. 0102490

Built
1934
91 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,515
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 73 over Kerr Run is a concrete culvert carrying SR 73 over Kerr Run in Adams County, Ohio. It was built in 1934, so it is 91 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 1,515 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,067 by 2035. The structure is 22 ft (6.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 73
CrossesKerr Run
Location1.58 MI E of Highland Cty
RouteState Highway 73
CountyAdams County
StateOhio
Coordinates39.02934, -83.47263
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 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 inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating46.4 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadH 15
Structure length22 ft (6.8 m)
Longest span20 ft (6.2 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,515 (2022)
Projected traffic2,067 by 2035
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 73 over Kerr Run built?

It was built in 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 73 over Kerr 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does SR 73 over Kerr Run carry?

About 1,515 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is SR 73 over Kerr Run?

The structure is 22 ft (6.8 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.2 m).

Who owns SR 73 over Kerr Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.