US Bridges

SR 78 over Mud Fork

Good

Athens County, Ohio · 2.56 MI W of JCT SR 13 · Structure no. 0502804

Built
2005
20 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
50 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,292
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 78 over Mud Fork is a steel culvert carrying SR 78 over Mud Fork in Athens County, Ohio. It was built in 2005, so it is 20 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 2,292 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,181 by 2038. The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.3 mi (31 km).

CarriesSR 78
CrossesMud Fork
Location2.56 MI W of JCT SR 13
RouteState Highway 78
StateOhio
Coordinates39.51049, -82.12378
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating82.1 US tons
Inventory rating57.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length50 ft (15.2 m)
Longest span20 ft (6.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,292 (2018)
Projected traffic3,181 by 2038
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed19.3 mi (31 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 78 over Mud Fork built?

It was built in 2005, making it 20 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 78 over Mud 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does SR 78 over Mud Fork carry?

About 2,292 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is SR 78 over Mud Fork?

The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m).

Who owns SR 78 over Mud Fork?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.