US 36 over Olentangy River
GoodDelaware County, Ohio · 0.04 MI E of US 23 · Structure no. 2101599
- Built
- 1963
- 62 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 226 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 16,982
- 2015 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 36 over Olentangy River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 36 over Olentangy River in Delaware County, Ohio. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 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 16,982 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 23,571 by 2038. The structure is 226 ft (68.8 m) long and 66 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 36 over Olentangy River built?
It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 36 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does US 36 over Olentangy River carry?
About 16,982 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is US 36 over Olentangy River?
The structure is 226 ft (68.8 m) long with a longest span of 85 ft (25.9 m) and a deck 66 ft wide.
Who owns US 36 over Olentangy River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.