US Bridges

Usr 68 Ramp over Ramp C over Mad River

Good

Clark County, Ohio · .03MI.S. of Jct. USR-40 · Structure no. 1202677

Built
1969
56 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
201 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
8,910
2012 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Usr 68 Ramp over Ramp C over Mad River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Usr 68 Ramp over Ramp C over Mad River in Clark County, Ohio. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 years old, older 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 8,910 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,367 by 2032. The structure is 201 ft (61.3 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUsr 68 Ramp
CrossesRamp C over Mad River
Location.03MI.S. of Jct. USR-40
RouteU.S. Route 68
StateOhio
Coordinates39.92479, -83.85341
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJanuary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating47.5 US tons
Inventory rating36.4 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length201 ft (61.3 m)
Longest span75 ft (22.9 m)
Deck width28 ft (8.5 m)
Roadway width27 ft (8.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,910 (2012)
Projected traffic12,367 by 2032
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 Ramp over Ramp C over Mad River built?

It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.

What condition is Usr 68 Ramp over Ramp C over Mad River 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 January 2023.

How much traffic does Usr 68 Ramp over Ramp C over Mad River carry?

About 8,910 vehicles per day (2012 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is Usr 68 Ramp over Ramp C over Mad River?

The structure is 201 ft (61.3 m) long with a longest span of 75 ft (22.9 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.

Who owns Usr 68 Ramp over Ramp C over Mad River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.