US Bridges

GRE-14 Stringtown over Fetters Run(stringtown R

PoorPosted for load

Fairfield County, Ohio · 0.3 MI S of C.R. 31 · Structure no. 2333147

Built
1900
125 years old, rebuilt 1988
Condition
Poor
inspected November 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
33 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
245
2015 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

GRE-14 Stringtown over Fetters Run(stringtown R is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying GRE-14 Stringtown over Fetters Run(stringtown R in Fairfield County, Ohio. It was built in 1900 and reconstructed in 1988, so it is 125 years old, older than the Ohio average of 47.3 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 245 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 340 by 2035. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesGRE-14 Stringtown
CrossesFetters Run(stringtown R
Location0.3 MI S of C.R. 31
RouteCounty Highway T0273
StateOhio
Coordinates39.7658, -82.59801
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating42.9 US tons
Inventory rating25 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckWood or timber
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length33 ft (10.1 m)
Longest span31 ft (9.4 m)
Deck width24 ft (7.3 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic245 (2015)
Projected traffic340 by 2035
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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 GRE-14 Stringtown over Fetters Run(stringtown R built?

It was built in 1900, making it 125 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1988.

What condition is GRE-14 Stringtown over Fetters Run(stringtown R in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in November 2024.

How much traffic does GRE-14 Stringtown over Fetters Run(stringtown R carry?

About 245 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is GRE-14 Stringtown over Fetters Run(stringtown R?

The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 31 ft (9.4 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.

Who owns GRE-14 Stringtown over Fetters Run(stringtown R?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.