US Bridges

SR 83 over Muskingum River

Good

Coshocton County, Ohio · .2 M S of JCT SR 16 · Structure no. 1601717

Built
1972
53 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
486 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
6,744
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 83 over Muskingum River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 83 over Muskingum River 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 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 6,744 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,361 by 2035. The structure is 486 ft (148.1 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

CarriesSR 83
CrossesMuskingum River
Location.2 M S of JCT SR 16
RouteState Highway 83
StateOhio
Coordinates40.23651, -81.87073
Functional classRural Major Collector

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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating38.3 US tons
Inventory rating29.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length486 ft (148.1 m)
Longest span105 ft (32 m)
Deck width46 ft (14.1 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,744 (2015)
Projected traffic9,361 by 2035
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 83 over Muskingum River built?

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

What condition is SR 83 over Muskingum 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does SR 83 over Muskingum River carry?

About 6,744 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is SR 83 over Muskingum River?

The structure is 486 ft (148.1 m) long with a longest span of 105 ft (32 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns SR 83 over Muskingum River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.