US Bridges

New US 35 over Over Palmer Rd.

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Fayette County, Ohio · 1.29 MI East of Bush Rd. · Structure no. 2400839

Built
2003
22 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
77 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
6,004
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

New US 35 over Over Palmer Rd. is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying New US 35 over Over Palmer Rd. in Fayette County, Ohio. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 6,004 vehicles a day, roughly 36% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,334 by 2038. The structure is 77 ft (23.4 m) long and 55 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesNew US 35
CrossesOver Palmer Rd.
Location1.29 MI East of Bush Rd.
RouteU.S. Route 35
CountyFayette County
StateOhio
Coordinates39.54987, -83.48795
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating82.1 US tons
Inventory rating53.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length77 ft (23.4 m)
Longest span74 ft (22.6 m)
Deck width55 ft (16.8 m)
Roadway width52 ft (15.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,004 (2015)
Projected traffic8,334 by 2038
Trucks36%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was New US 35 over Over Palmer Rd. built?

It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.

What condition is New US 35 over Over Palmer Rd. 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does New US 35 over Over Palmer Rd. carry?

About 6,004 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 36% are trucks.

How long is New US 35 over Over Palmer Rd.?

The structure is 77 ft (23.4 m) long with a longest span of 74 ft (22.6 m) and a deck 55 ft wide.

Who owns New US 35 over Over Palmer Rd.?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.