US Bridges

SR 83 over Ohio Central R R

Fair

Coshocton County, Ohio · 1 M S of JCT SR 16 · Structure no. 1601652

Built
1972
53 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
138 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
4,312
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 83 over Ohio Central R R is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 83 over Ohio Central R R in Coshocton County, Ohio. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 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 4,312 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,985 by 2035. The structure is 138 ft (42.2 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

CarriesSR 83
CrossesOhio Central R R
Location1 M S of JCT SR 16
RouteState Highway 83
StateOhio
Coordinates40.23702, -81.85885
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum 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 length138 ft (42.2 m)
Longest span52 ft (16 m)
Deck width46 ft (14.1 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,312 (2015)
Projected traffic5,985 by 2035
Trucks17%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 SR 83 over Ohio Central R R built?

It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 83 over Ohio Central R R 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 83 over Ohio Central R R carry?

About 4,312 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.

How long is SR 83 over Ohio Central R R?

The structure is 138 ft (42.2 m) long with a longest span of 52 ft (16 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns SR 83 over Ohio Central R R?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.