US 36 & SR 79 over Walhonding River
GoodCoshocton County, Ohio · 50 E of JCT SR 79 · Structure no. 1600273
- Built
- 1936
- 89 years old, rebuilt 2005
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 310 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,072
- 2015 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 36 & SR 79 over Walhonding River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 36 & SR 79 over Walhonding River in Coshocton County, Ohio. It was built in 1936 and reconstructed in 2005, so it is 89 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 2,072 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,876 by 2035. The structure is 310 ft (94.5 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 36 & SR 79 over Walhonding River built?
It was built in 1936, making it 89 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2005.
What condition is US 36 & SR 79 over Walhonding 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does US 36 & SR 79 over Walhonding River carry?
About 2,072 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is US 36 & SR 79 over Walhonding River?
The structure is 310 ft (94.5 m) long with a longest span of 85 ft (25.9 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns US 36 & SR 79 over Walhonding River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.