US Bridges

VIO-47 Steple Chas over T Sycamore Cr(steeplecha

Good

Fairfield County, Ohio · 400 Ft N of Refugee RD NW · Structure no. 2342472

Built
1991
34 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,949
2015 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

VIO-47 Steple Chas over T Sycamore Cr(steeplecha is a concrete culvert carrying VIO-47 Steple Chas over T Sycamore Cr(steeplecha in Fairfield County, Ohio. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 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 1,949 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,705 by 2035. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesVIO-47 Steple Chas
CrossesT Sycamore Cr(steeplecha
Location400 Ft N of Refugee RD NW
RouteCounty Highway T1553
StateOhio
Coordinates39.91025, -82.76305
Functional classUrban Local

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 inspectionDecember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating67.1 US tons
Inventory rating40 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span25 ft (7.6 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,949 (2015)
Projected traffic2,705 by 2035
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 VIO-47 Steple Chas over T Sycamore Cr(steeplecha built?

It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.

What condition is VIO-47 Steple Chas over T Sycamore Cr(steeplecha 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 December 2024.

How much traffic does VIO-47 Steple Chas over T Sycamore Cr(steeplecha carry?

About 1,949 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is VIO-47 Steple Chas over T Sycamore Cr(steeplecha?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m).

Who owns VIO-47 Steple Chas over T Sycamore Cr(steeplecha?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.