US Bridges

US 22 & SR 37 over Pleasant Run

Fair

Fairfield County, Ohio · 1 M W of JCT SR 37 · Structure no. 2300338

Built
1972
53 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
93 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
15,716
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 22 & SR 37 over Pleasant Run is a concrete continuous slab carrying US 22 & SR 37 over Pleasant Run in Fairfield County, Ohio. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 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 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 15,716 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 21,814 by 2035. The structure is 93 ft (28.3 m) long and 68 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 21.1 mi (34 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 22 & SR 37
CrossesPleasant Run
Location1 M W of JCT SR 37
RouteU.S. Route 22
CountyFairfield County
StateOhio
Coordinates39.71608, -82.5501
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating57.9 US tons
Inventory rating34.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length93 ft (28.3 m)
Longest span35 ft (10.7 m)
Deck width68 ft (20.7 m)
Roadway width68 ft (20.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic15,716 (2015)
Projected traffic21,814 by 2035
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed21.1 mi (34 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 US 22 & SR 37 over Pleasant Run built?

It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 22 & SR 37 over Pleasant 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does US 22 & SR 37 over Pleasant Run carry?

About 15,716 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is US 22 & SR 37 over Pleasant Run?

The structure is 93 ft (28.3 m) long with a longest span of 35 ft (10.7 m) and a deck 68 ft wide.

Who owns US 22 & SR 37 over Pleasant Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.