US Bridges

Independence RD over Barnes Run

Good

Defiance County, Ohio · 0.35 MI N of Banner Schoo · Structure no. 2036703

Built
2017
8 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
26 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
111
2007 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Independence RD over Barnes Run is a steel culvert carrying Independence RD over Barnes Run in Defiance County, Ohio. It was built in 2017, so it is 8 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 9 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 111 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 155 by 2027. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesIndependence RD
CrossesBarnes Run
Location0.35 MI N of Banner Schoo
RouteCounty Highway C0185
StateOhio
Coordinates41.35966, -84.28531
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Culvert9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating107.1 US tons
Inventory rating85.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHL 93
Structure length26 ft (7.9 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic111 (2007)
Projected traffic155 by 2027
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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 Independence RD over Barnes Run built?

It was built in 2017, making it 8 years old in 2025.

What condition is Independence RD over Barnes Run 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 2024.

How much traffic does Independence RD over Barnes Run carry?

About 111 vehicles per day (2007 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is Independence RD over Barnes Run?

The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).

Who owns Independence RD over Barnes Run?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.