SR 7 over Four Mile Creek
FairAthens County, Ohio · 0.4 M S of Usr 50 EB · Structure no. 0500038
- Built
- 1951
- 74 years old, rebuilt 1963
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 37 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,152
- 2015 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 7 over Four Mile Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 7 over Four Mile Creek in Athens County, Ohio. It was built in 1951 and reconstructed in 1963, so it is 74 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 6 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 5,152 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,151 by 2035. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 7 over Four Mile Creek built?
It was built in 1951, making it 74 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1963.
What condition is SR 7 over Four Mile Creek 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does SR 7 over Four Mile Creek carry?
About 5,152 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is SR 7 over Four Mile Creek?
The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4 m).
Who owns SR 7 over Four Mile Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.