US 23 over Olentangy River
GoodDelaware County, Ohio · 0.18 Mi. S. of SR 315 · Structure no. 2100118
- Built
- 1996
- 29 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 390 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 28,849
- 2015 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 23 over Olentangy River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 23 over Olentangy River in Delaware County, Ohio. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 28,849 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 40,042 by 2035. The structure is 390 ft (118.8 m) long and 73 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 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 | 9 Excellent | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 9 Excellent | 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 US 23 over Olentangy River built?
It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 23 over Olentangy 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does US 23 over Olentangy River carry?
About 28,849 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is US 23 over Olentangy River?
The structure is 390 ft (118.8 m) long with a longest span of 82 ft (25 m) and a deck 73 ft wide.
Who owns US 23 over Olentangy River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.