US Bridges

SR 218 over Big Bullskin Creek

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Gallia County, Ohio · 3.2 MI S Int of SR 7 · Structure no. 2702924

Built
2013
12 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
119 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,015
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 218 over Big Bullskin Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying SR 218 over Big Bullskin Creek in Gallia 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 2,015 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,797 by 2035. The structure is 119 ft (36.3 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 218
CrossesBig Bullskin Creek
Location3.2 MI S Int of SR 7
RouteState Highway 218
CountyGallia County
StateOhio
Coordinates38.73361, -82.24722
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Superstructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Substructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating65.4 US tons
Inventory rating50.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length119 ft (36.3 m)
Longest span45 ft (13.7 m)
Deck width36 ft (11 m)
Roadway width36 ft (11 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,015 (2015)
Projected traffic2,797 by 2035
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 SR 218 over Big Bullskin Creek built?

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

What condition is SR 218 over Big Bullskin 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does SR 218 over Big Bullskin Creek carry?

About 2,015 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is SR 218 over Big Bullskin Creek?

The structure is 119 ft (36.3 m) long with a longest span of 45 ft (13.7 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.

Who owns SR 218 over Big Bullskin Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.