County Road 1956 over Branch of Black Fork
GoodAshland County, Ohio · 0.21 MI North of SR-603 · Structure no. 0332518
- Built
- 1999
- 26 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Box Beam or Girders - Multiple
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 50 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 91
- 2013 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
County Road 1956 over Branch of Black Fork is a prestressed concrete box beam or girders - multiple carrying County Road 1956 over Branch of Black Fork in Ashland County, Ohio. It was built in 1999, so it is 26 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 91 vehicles a day, roughly 32% of them trucks, projected to reach 126 by 2033. The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was County Road 1956 over Branch of Black Fork built?
It was built in 1999, making it 26 years old in 2025.
What condition is County Road 1956 over Branch of Black 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does County Road 1956 over Branch of Black Fork carry?
About 91 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 32% are trucks.
How long is County Road 1956 over Branch of Black Fork?
The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long with a longest span of 49 ft (14.9 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.
Who owns County Road 1956 over Branch of Black Fork?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.