US Bridges

TR 1480 Blainesvl over Cox Run

FairPosted for load

Belmont County, Ohio · 0.08 MI S of JCT Ch 10 · Structure no. 0733407

Built
1950
75 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
31 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
124
2015 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

TR 1480 Blainesvl over Cox Run is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying TR 1480 Blainesvl over Cox Run in Belmont County, Ohio. It was built in 1950, so it is 75 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 124 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 172 by 2035. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long and 17 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesTR 1480 Blainesvl
CrossesCox Run
Location0.08 MI S of JCT Ch 10
RouteCounty Highway T1480
CountyBelmont County
StateOhio
Coordinates40.1214, -80.8888
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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Deck geometry3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating17.9 US tons
Inventory rating10.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckWood or timber
Main spans1
Design loadH 10
Structure length31 ft (9.4 m)
Longest span29 ft (8.8 m)
Deck width17 ft (5.2 m)
Roadway width16 ft (4.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic124 (2015)
Projected traffic172 by 2035
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was TR 1480 Blainesvl over Cox Run built?

It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.

What condition is TR 1480 Blainesvl over Cox Run 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does TR 1480 Blainesvl over Cox Run carry?

About 124 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is TR 1480 Blainesvl over Cox Run?

The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 29 ft (8.8 m) and a deck 17 ft wide.

Who owns TR 1480 Blainesvl over Cox Run?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.