US Bridges

SR 16 & SR 83 over Copperas Run

Fair

Coshocton County, Ohio · .2 M W of JCT SR 541 · Structure no. 1600125

Built
1952
73 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
34 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
10,069
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 16 & SR 83 over Copperas Run is a concrete culvert carrying SR 16 & SR 83 over Copperas Run in Coshocton County, Ohio. It was built in 1952, so it is 73 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 5 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 10,069 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,976 by 2035. The structure is 34 ft (10.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 16 & SR 83
CrossesCopperas Run
Location.2 M W of JCT SR 541
RouteState Highway 16
CountyCoshocton County
StateOhio
Coordinates40.27233, -81.87639
Functional classUrban Other Principal 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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating46.4 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 20
Structure length34 ft (10.3 m)
Longest span16 ft (4.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10,069 (2015)
Projected traffic13,976 by 2035
Trucks17%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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 SR 16 & SR 83 over Copperas Run built?

It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 16 & SR 83 over Copperas Run 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does SR 16 & SR 83 over Copperas Run carry?

About 10,069 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.

How long is SR 16 & SR 83 over Copperas Run?

The structure is 34 ft (10.3 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.8 m).

Who owns SR 16 & SR 83 over Copperas Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.