US Bridges

SR 256 over Tributary of George Cree

Good

Fairfield County, Ohio · 2.3 M E of JCT SR 204 · Structure no. 2303043

Built
1993
32 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
26 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
10,812
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 256 over Tributary of George Cree is a concrete culvert carrying SR 256 over Tributary of George Cree in Fairfield County, Ohio. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 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 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 10,812 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,007 by 2035. The structure is 26 ft (8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

CarriesSR 256
CrossesTributary of George Cree
Location2.3 M E of JCT SR 204
RouteState Highway 256
StateOhio
Coordinates39.90037, -82.76727
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating46.4 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length26 ft (8 m)
Longest span24 ft (7.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10,812 (2015)
Projected traffic15,007 by 2035
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 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 256 over Tributary of George Cree built?

It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 256 over Tributary of George Cree 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does SR 256 over Tributary of George Cree carry?

About 10,812 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is SR 256 over Tributary of George Cree?

The structure is 26 ft (8 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.4 m).

Who owns SR 256 over Tributary of George Cree?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.