US Bridges

Usr 68 over Kings Creek

Good

Champaign County, Ohio · .23MI. N. of Jct. SR-296 · Structure no. 1101943

Built
1983
42 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
102 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
7,097
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Usr 68 over Kings Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying Usr 68 over Kings Creek in Champaign County, Ohio. It was built in 1983, so it is 42 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 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 7,097 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,851 by 2035. The structure is 102 ft (31.1 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.8 mi (27 km).

CarriesUsr 68
CrossesKings Creek
Location.23MI. N. of Jct. SR-296
RouteU.S. Route 68
StateOhio
Coordinates40.15857, -83.74552
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating66 US tons
Inventory rating39.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length102 ft (31.1 m)
Longest span38 ft (11.6 m)
Deck width40 ft (12.2 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,097 (2015)
Projected traffic9,851 by 2035
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed16.8 mi (27 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 Usr 68 over Kings Creek built?

It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.

What condition is Usr 68 over Kings Creek 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does Usr 68 over Kings Creek carry?

About 7,097 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is Usr 68 over Kings Creek?

The structure is 102 ft (31.1 m) long with a longest span of 38 ft (11.6 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.

Who owns Usr 68 over Kings Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.