US Bridges

S. Breiel Blvd. over N Branch Dicks Creek

Fair

Butler County, Ohio · Just N of Lefferson RD · Structure no. 0960667

Built
1971
54 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
45 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
10,449
2025 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

S. Breiel Blvd. over N Branch Dicks Creek is a steel culvert carrying S. Breiel Blvd. over N Branch Dicks Creek in Butler County, Ohio. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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 10,449 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,867 by 2045. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesS. Breiel Blvd.
CrossesN Branch Dicks Creek
LocationJust N of Lefferson RD
RouteCity Street 2510
CountyButler County
StateOhio
Coordinates39.48866, -84.34977
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMay 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
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating107.1 US tons
Inventory rating107.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 15
Structure length45 ft (13.7 m)
Longest span17 ft (5.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10,449 (2025)
Projected traffic10,867 by 2045
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal 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 S. Breiel Blvd. over N Branch Dicks Creek built?

It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.

What condition is S. Breiel Blvd. over N Branch Dicks 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 S. Breiel Blvd. over N Branch Dicks Creek carry?

About 10,449 vehicles per day (2025 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is S. Breiel Blvd. over N Branch Dicks Creek?

The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 17 ft (5.1 m).

Who owns S. Breiel Blvd. over N Branch Dicks Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.