US Bridges

T1269 over Middle Branch of Shade R

Fair

Athens County, Ohio · 0.1 Mi. W of CR33A · Structure no. 0549436

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected December 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
33 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
40
2015 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

T1269 over Middle Branch of Shade R is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying T1269 over Middle Branch of Shade R in Athens County, Ohio. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 40 vehicles a day, projected to reach 56 by 2042. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long and 22 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

Location

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CarriesT1269
CrossesMiddle Branch of Shade R
Location0.1 Mi. W of CR33A
RouteCounty Highway T1269
CountyAthens County
StateOhio
Coordinates39.27087, -82.06978
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionDecember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating78.6 US tons
Inventory rating75 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckWood or timber
Main spans1
Design loadH 20
Structure length33 ft (10.1 m)
Longest span31 ft (9.4 m)
Deck width22 ft (6.6 m)
Roadway width22 ft (6.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic40 (2015)
Projected traffic56 by 2042
Trucks—
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed98.8 mi (159 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$7,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was T1269 over Middle Branch of Shade R built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.

What condition is T1269 over Middle Branch of Shade R 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 December 2024.

How much traffic does T1269 over Middle Branch of Shade R carry?

About 40 vehicles per day (2015 count).

How long is T1269 over Middle Branch of Shade R?

The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 31 ft (9.4 m) and a deck 22 ft wide.

Who owns T1269 over Middle Branch of Shade R?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.