USR-42 over Little Miami River
FairClark County, Ohio · 1.34MI.SW. of Jct. SR-41 · Structure no. 1202073
- Built
- 1957
- 68 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 68 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,222
- 2015 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
USR-42 over Little Miami River is a concrete continuous slab carrying USR-42 over Little Miami River in Clark County, Ohio. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 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 3,222 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,472 by 2035. The structure is 68 ft (20.7 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.9 mi (40 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was USR-42 over Little Miami River built?
It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.
What condition is USR-42 over Little Miami River 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 January 2024.
How much traffic does USR-42 over Little Miami River carry?
About 3,222 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is USR-42 over Little Miami River?
The structure is 68 ft (20.7 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns USR-42 over Little Miami River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.