USR-127 over Stillwater River
GoodDarke County, Ohio · 1.25MI.S. of Jct. SR-242 · Structure no. 1902644
- Built
- 1952
- 73 years old, rebuilt 2001
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 146 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,529
- 2015 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
USR-127 over Stillwater River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying USR-127 over Stillwater River in Darke County, Ohio. It was built in 1952 and reconstructed in 2001, 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 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 4,529 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,286 by 2035. The structure is 146 ft (44.4 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.3 mi (23 km).
Location
Open in Google MapsCondition and inspection
All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 9 Excellent | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| 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 USR-127 over Stillwater River built?
It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2001.
What condition is USR-127 over Stillwater 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does USR-127 over Stillwater River carry?
About 4,529 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.
How long is USR-127 over Stillwater River?
The structure is 146 ft (44.4 m) long with a longest span of 55 ft (16.8 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns USR-127 over Stillwater River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.