US Bridges

SR 247 over Cherry Frk of Oh Brush C

Fair

Adams County, Ohio · 1.91 MI S. of SR 137 · Structure no. 0103934

Built
1962
63 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2025
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
148 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,513
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 247 over Cherry Frk of Oh Brush C is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 247 over Cherry Frk of Oh Brush C in Adams County, Ohio. It was built in 1962, so it is 63 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 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 3,513 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,707 by 2035. The structure is 148 ft (45 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 247
CrossesCherry Frk of Oh Brush C
Location1.91 MI S. of SR 137
RouteState Highway 247
CountyAdams County
StateOhio
Coordinates38.89541, -83.56087
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.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 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 alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating53.6 US tons
Inventory rating32.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length148 ft (45 m)
Longest span53 ft (16.2 m)
Deck width36 ft (11 m)
Roadway width36 ft (11 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,513 (2022)
Projected traffic4,707 by 2035
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 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 Cherry Frk of Oh Brush C built?

It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 247 over Cherry Frk of Oh Brush C 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 January 2025.

How much traffic does SR 247 over Cherry Frk of Oh Brush C carry?

About 3,513 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is SR 247 over Cherry Frk of Oh Brush C?

The structure is 148 ft (45 m) long with a longest span of 53 ft (16.2 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.

Who owns SR 247 over Cherry Frk of Oh Brush C?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.