US Bridges

Usr 250 over Muddy Fork

Good

Ashland County, Ohio · 1.12 MI W of Way CO Line · Structure no. 0305138

Built
1950
75 years old, rebuilt 2001
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
135 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
4,309
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Usr 250 over Muddy Fork is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Usr 250 over Muddy Fork in Ashland County, Ohio. It was built in 1950 and reconstructed in 2001, so it is 75 years old, older 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 4,309 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,981 by 2035. The structure is 135 ft (41.1 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

Location

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CarriesUsr 250
CrossesMuddy Fork
Location1.12 MI W of Way CO Line
RouteU.S. Route 250
CountyAshland County
StateOhio
Coordinates40.85803, -82.14332
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
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
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.6 US tons
Inventory rating46.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length135 ft (41.1 m)
Longest span50 ft (15.2 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.4 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,309 (2015)
Projected traffic5,981 by 2035
Trucks25%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 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 Usr 250 over Muddy Fork built?

It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2001.

What condition is Usr 250 over Muddy Fork 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 250 over Muddy Fork carry?

About 4,309 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.

How long is Usr 250 over Muddy Fork?

The structure is 135 ft (41.1 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns Usr 250 over Muddy Fork?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.