US Bridges

WB US 36 over WB36 over Ohio Central R

Good

Coshocton County, Ohio · 2 M W of JCT SR 93 · Structure no. 1600516

Built
1960
65 years old, rebuilt 1997
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
155 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
5,057
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

WB US 36 over WB36 over Ohio Central R is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying WB US 36 over WB36 over Ohio Central R in Coshocton County, Ohio. It was built in 1960 and reconstructed in 1997, so it is 65 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 5,057 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,019 by 2035. The structure is 155 ft (47.3 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 km).

CarriesWB US 36
CrossesWB36 over Ohio Central R
Location2 M W of JCT SR 93
RouteU.S. Route 36
StateOhio
Coordinates40.29132, -81.78598
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating46.4 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length155 ft (47.3 m)
Longest span60 ft (18.3 m)
Deck width46 ft (14.1 m)
Roadway width43 ft (13.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,057 (2015)
Projected traffic7,019 by 2035
Trucks17%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed11.2 mi (18 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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was WB US 36 over WB36 over Ohio Central R built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1997.

What condition is WB US 36 over WB36 over Ohio Central R 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does WB US 36 over WB36 over Ohio Central R carry?

About 5,057 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.

How long is WB US 36 over WB36 over Ohio Central R?

The structure is 155 ft (47.3 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns WB US 36 over WB36 over Ohio Central R?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.