US Bridges

U.S. 52 over Boat Run

Good

Clermont County, Ohio · 2.6 Miles South of SR132 · Structure no. 1301667

Built
2006
19 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
172 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
5,273
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

U.S. 52 over Boat Run is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying U.S. 52 over Boat Run in Clermont County, Ohio. It was built in 2006, so it is 19 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 5,273 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,319 by 2035. The structure is 172 ft (52.5 m) long and 51 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 26.1 mi (42 km).

Location

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CarriesU.S. 52
CrossesBoat Run
Location2.6 Miles South of SR132
RouteU.S. Route 52
CountyClermont County
StateOhio
Coordinates38.92604, -84.25674
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
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourCountermeasures installed to correct a previously existing problem
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating46.4 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length172 ft (52.5 m)
Longest span55 ft (16.8 m)
Deck width51 ft (15.5 m)
Roadway width48 ft (14.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,273 (2015)
Projected traffic7,319 by 2035
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed26.1 mi (42 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 U.S. 52 over Boat Run built?

It was built in 2006, making it 19 years old in 2025.

What condition is U.S. 52 over Boat Run 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does U.S. 52 over Boat Run carry?

About 5,273 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is U.S. 52 over Boat Run?

The structure is 172 ft (52.5 m) long with a longest span of 55 ft (16.8 m) and a deck 51 ft wide.

Who owns U.S. 52 over Boat Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.