US Bridges

SR 229 over Brondige Run

FairPosted for load

Delaware County, Ohio · 1.23 MI E of US23 · Structure no. 2102765

Built
1954
71 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
128 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
2,674
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 229 over Brondige Run is a concrete continuous slab carrying SR 229 over Brondige Run in Delaware County, Ohio. It was built in 1954, so it is 71 years old, older than the Ohio average of 47.3 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 2,674 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,712 by 2035. The structure is 128 ft (39 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 13 mi (21 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 229
CrossesBrondige Run
Location1.23 MI E of US23
RouteState Highway 229
CountyDelaware County
StateOhio
Coordinates40.43421, -83.04919
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating42.9 US tons
Inventory rating25 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadH 20
Structure length128 ft (39 m)
Longest span28 ft (8.4 m)
Deck width36 ft (11.1 m)
Roadway width36 ft (11.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,674 (2015)
Projected traffic3,712 by 2035
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed13 mi (21 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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 SR 229 over Brondige Run built?

It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 229 over Brondige Run in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in October 2024.

How much traffic does SR 229 over Brondige Run carry?

About 2,674 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is SR 229 over Brondige Run?

The structure is 128 ft (39 m) long with a longest span of 28 ft (8.4 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.

Who owns SR 229 over Brondige Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.