US Bridges

Usr 42 over Ohlen Run

Good

Ashland County, Ohio · 1.6 MI E of SR603 · Structure no. 0301078

Built
1989
36 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
11,221
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Usr 42 over Ohlen Run is a concrete culvert carrying Usr 42 over Ohlen Run in Ashland County, Ohio. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 years old, younger than the Ohio average of 47.3 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 11,221 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,575 by 2035. The structure is 27 ft (8.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

CarriesUsr 42
CrossesOhlen Run
Location1.6 MI E of SR603
RouteU.S. Route 42
StateOhio
Coordinates40.83538, -82.36895
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than 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 length27 ft (8.3 m)
Longest span26 ft (7.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic11,221 (2015)
Projected traffic15,575 by 2035
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.7 mi (14 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 Usr 42 over Ohlen Run built?

It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.

What condition is Usr 42 over Ohlen Run in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in July 2024.

How much traffic does Usr 42 over Ohlen Run carry?

About 11,221 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Usr 42 over Ohlen Run?

The structure is 27 ft (8.3 m) long with a longest span of 26 ft (7.8 m).

Who owns Usr 42 over Ohlen Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.