US Bridges

HOC-21 Hambrug RD over Muddy Prairie Run (CR55

Poor

Fairfield County, Ohio · 3.0 MI E of S.R. 159 · Structure no. 2337258

Built
1985
40 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected December 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
40 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
791
2015 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

HOC-21 Hambrug RD over Muddy Prairie Run (CR55 is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying HOC-21 Hambrug RD over Muddy Prairie Run (CR55 in Fairfield County, Ohio. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 years old, younger 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.

It carries about 791 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,098 by 2035. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesHOC-21 Hambrug RD
CrossesMuddy Prairie Run (CR55
Location3.0 MI E of S.R. 159
RouteCounty Highway C0055
StateOhio
Coordinates39.64643, -82.68325
Functional classRural Minor Collector

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.
Substructure4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionDecember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating50 US tons
Inventory rating32.2 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckWood or timber
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length40 ft (12.2 m)
Longest span39 ft (11.9 m)
Deck width28 ft (8.5 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic791 (2015)
Projected traffic1,098 by 2035
Trucks8%
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 HOC-21 Hambrug RD over Muddy Prairie Run (CR55 built?

It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.

What condition is HOC-21 Hambrug RD over Muddy Prairie Run (CR55 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 December 2024.

How much traffic does HOC-21 Hambrug RD over Muddy Prairie Run (CR55 carry?

About 791 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is HOC-21 Hambrug RD over Muddy Prairie Run (CR55?

The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 39 ft (11.9 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.

Who owns HOC-21 Hambrug RD over Muddy Prairie Run (CR55?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.