Heller over West Branch
GoodDarke County, Ohio · .88 MI N SR 502 · Structure no. 1941003
- Built
- 1983
- 42 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Truss - Thru
- Steel
- Length
- 83 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 171
- 2015 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Heller over West Branch is a steel truss - thru carrying Heller over West Branch in Darke County, Ohio. It was built in 1983, so it is 42 years old, younger 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 171 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 237 by 2035. The structure is 83 ft (25.3 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Heller over West Branch built?
It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.
What condition is Heller over West Branch 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does Heller over West Branch carry?
About 171 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Heller over West Branch?
The structure is 83 ft (25.3 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.
Who owns Heller over West Branch?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.