US Bridges

SR 279 over Over Indian Creek

Good

Gallia County, Ohio · .6 Mile W of US 35 · Structure no. 2703319

Built
2002
23 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete
Length
40 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
2,486
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 279 over Over Indian Creek is a concrete slab carrying SR 279 over Over Indian Creek in Gallia County, Ohio. It was built in 2002, so it is 23 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 2,486 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,451 by 2035. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long and 40 ft wide.

CarriesSR 279
CrossesOver Indian Creek
Location.6 Mile W of US 35
RouteState Highway 279
StateOhio
Coordinates38.89838, -82.44925
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
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating67.1 US tons
Inventory rating51.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length40 ft (12.2 m)
Longest span38 ft (11.6 m)
Deck width40 ft (12.2 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,486 (2015)
Projected traffic3,451 by 2035
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
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 279 over Over Indian Creek built?

It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 279 over Over Indian 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 279 over Over Indian Creek carry?

About 2,486 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is SR 279 over Over Indian Creek?

The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 38 ft (11.6 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.

Who owns SR 279 over Over Indian Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.