US Bridges

US-62 over Blacklick Creek

Good

Franklin County, Ohio · 3.48 MI N of SR-605 · Structure no. 2503581

Built
2013
12 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
35 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
12,464
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-62 over Blacklick Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US-62 over Blacklick Creek in Franklin County, Ohio. It was built in 2013, so it is 12 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 9 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 12,464 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,300 by 2035. The structure is 35 ft (10.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesUS-62
CrossesBlacklick Creek
Location3.48 MI N of SR-605
RouteU.S. Route 62
StateOhio
Coordinates40.11806, -82.76806
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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.
Culvert9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating45 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length35 ft (10.8 m)
Longest span33 ft (10.2 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic12,464 (2015)
Projected traffic17,300 by 2035
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US-62 over Blacklick Creek built?

It was built in 2013, making it 12 years old in 2025.

What condition is US-62 over Blacklick Creek 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does US-62 over Blacklick Creek carry?

About 12,464 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is US-62 over Blacklick Creek?

The structure is 35 ft (10.8 m) long with a longest span of 33 ft (10.2 m).

Who owns US-62 over Blacklick Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.