US Bridges

SR 147(E.MAIN St.) over Munic.Walk(ex-Rr Tunnel)

Fair

Belmont County, Ohio · 0.11 Mi.E.Of SR800 · Structure no. 0703400

Built
1870
155 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Masonry
Length
28 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
10,456
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 147(E.MAIN St.) over Munic.Walk(ex-Rr Tunnel) is a masonry culvert carrying SR 147(E.MAIN St.) over Munic.Walk(ex-Rr Tunnel) in Belmont County, Ohio. It was built in 1870, so it is 155 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 5 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 10,456 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,513 by 2035. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long.

Location

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CarriesSR 147(E.MAIN St.)
CrossesMunic.Walk(ex-Rr Tunnel)
Location0.11 Mi.E.Of SR800
RouteState Highway 147
CountyBelmont County
StateOhio
Coordinates39.98747, -81.17549
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating46.4 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialMasonry
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length28 ft (8.5 m)
Longest span26 ft (7.9 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10,456 (2015)
Projected traffic14,513 by 2035
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesPedestrian / bicycle
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusListed on the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 147(E.MAIN St.) over Munic.Walk(ex-Rr Tunnel) built?

It was built in 1870, making it 155 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 147(E.MAIN St.) over Munic.Walk(ex-Rr Tunnel) 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does SR 147(E.MAIN St.) over Munic.Walk(ex-Rr Tunnel) carry?

About 10,456 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is SR 147(E.MAIN St.) over Munic.Walk(ex-Rr Tunnel)?

The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 26 ft (7.9 m).

Who owns SR 147(E.MAIN St.) over Munic.Walk(ex-Rr Tunnel)?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.