US Bridges

SR 247 over Moores Run

Fair

Adams County, Ohio · 2.9 MI N of JCT US 52 · Structure no. 0103683

Built
1984
41 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2025
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
72 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
821
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 247 over Moores Run is a concrete continuous slab carrying SR 247 over Moores Run in Adams County, Ohio. It was built in 1984, so it is 41 years old, younger 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 821 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 934 by 2035. The structure is 72 ft (21.9 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 247
CrossesMoores Run
Location2.9 MI N of JCT US 52
RouteState Highway 247
CountyAdams County
StateOhio
Coordinates38.74642, -83.51806
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
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionFebruary 2025
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
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Operating rating107.1 US tons
Inventory rating92.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length72 ft (21.9 m)
Longest span35 ft (10.7 m)
Deck width28 ft (8.5 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic821 (2019)
Projected traffic934 by 2035
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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 247 over Moores Run built?

It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 247 over Moores 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 2025.

How much traffic does SR 247 over Moores Run carry?

About 821 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is SR 247 over Moores Run?

The structure is 72 ft (21.9 m) long with a longest span of 35 ft (10.7 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.

Who owns SR 247 over Moores Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.