US Bridges

HOC-32 Becks Knob over Hunters Run(becks Knobrd

FairPosted for load

Fairfield County, Ohio · 0.1 MI S of Crumley RD SW · Structure no. 2337320

Built
1935
90 years old, rebuilt 1993
Condition
Fair
inspected December 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
48 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
453
2015 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

HOC-32 Becks Knob over Hunters Run(becks Knobrd is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying HOC-32 Becks Knob over Hunters Run(becks Knobrd in Fairfield County, Ohio. It was built in 1935 and reconstructed in 1993, so it is 90 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 453 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 629 by 2035. The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long and 20 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesHOC-32 Becks Knob
CrossesHunters Run(becks Knobrd
Location0.1 MI S of Crumley RD SW
RouteCounty Highway T0189
StateOhio
Coordinates39.69733, -82.65722
Functional classRural Local

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.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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 inspectionDecember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Deck geometry3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating17.9 US tons
Inventory rating10.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckCorrugated steel
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length48 ft (14.6 m)
Longest span43 ft (13.1 m)
Deck width20 ft (6.1 m)
Roadway width20 ft (6.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic453 (2015)
Projected traffic629 by 2035
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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-32 Becks Knob over Hunters Run(becks Knobrd built?

It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1993.

What condition is HOC-32 Becks Knob over Hunters Run(becks Knobrd 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 December 2024.

How much traffic does HOC-32 Becks Knob over Hunters Run(becks Knobrd carry?

About 453 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is HOC-32 Becks Knob over Hunters Run(becks Knobrd?

The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long with a longest span of 43 ft (13.1 m) and a deck 20 ft wide.

Who owns HOC-32 Becks Knob over Hunters Run(becks Knobrd?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.