US Bridges

US 35-SILVER Memor over Ohio River

Fair

Gallia County, Ohio · Just N of Gallipolis · Structure no. 2701464

Built
1969
56 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2020
Type
Truss - Thru
Steel
Length
1,964 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
22,900
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 35-SILVER Memor over Ohio River is a steel truss - thru carrying US 35-SILVER Memor over Ohio River in Gallia County, Ohio. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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.

It carries about 22,900 vehicles a day, roughly 42% of them trucks, projected to reach 31,785 by 2040. The structure is 1,964 ft (598.7 m) long and 64 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 49.7 mi (80 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 35-SILVER Memor
CrossesOhio River
LocationJust N of Gallipolis
RouteU.S. Route 35
CountyGallia County
StateOhio
Coordinates38.83556, -82.14891
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2020
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating57 US tons
Inventory rating34 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTruss - Thru
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1 (+4 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length1,964 ft (598.7 m)
Longest span900 ft (274.3 m)
Deck width64 ft (19.6 m)
Roadway width60 ft (18.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deck17 ft (5.3 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic22,900 (2013)
Projected traffic31,785 by 2040
Trucks42%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed49.7 mi (80 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$30 million (2017 estimate)
NavigationNavigation control on waterway (bridge permit required)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 35-SILVER Memor over Ohio River built?

It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 35-SILVER Memor over Ohio River 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 June 2020.

How much traffic does US 35-SILVER Memor over Ohio River carry?

About 22,900 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 42% are trucks.

How long is US 35-SILVER Memor over Ohio River?

The structure is 1,964 ft (598.7 m) long with a longest span of 900 ft (274.3 m) and a deck 64 ft wide.

Who owns US 35-SILVER Memor over Ohio River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.