US Bridges

Ross Way over Tributary Blacklick Crk

Good

Franklin County, Ohio · 0.28 MI E of Waggoner RD · Structure no. 2560408

Built
2004
21 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Aluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
Length
23 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,000
2020 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ross Way over Tributary Blacklick Crk is a aluminum, wrought iron, or cast iron culvert carrying Ross Way over Tributary Blacklick Crk in Franklin County, Ohio. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 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 1,000 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,200 by 2040. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).

CarriesRoss Way
CrossesTributary Blacklick Crk
Location0.28 MI E of Waggoner RD
RouteCity Street 86256
StateOhio
Coordinates39.97883, -82.78706
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating68.9 US tons
Inventory rating53.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialAluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length23 ft (7 m)
Longest span23 ft (7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,000 (2020)
Projected traffic1,200 by 2040
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed123.7 mi (199 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal 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 Ross Way over Tributary Blacklick Crk built?

It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ross Way over Tributary Blacklick Crk 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 Ross Way over Tributary Blacklick Crk carry?

About 1,000 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is Ross Way over Tributary Blacklick Crk?

The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 23 ft (7 m).

Who owns Ross Way over Tributary Blacklick Crk?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.