US Bridges

US 35 over N. Branch Caesor Creek

Good

Greene County, Ohio · 2.5 Mi. East of Old 35 · Structure no. 2900580

Built
1998
27 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
216 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
5,563
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 35 over N. Branch Caesor Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 35 over N. Branch Caesor Creek in Greene County, Ohio. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 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 5,563 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,721 by 2038. The structure is 216 ft (65.8 m) long and 55 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS 35
CrossesN. Branch Caesor Creek
Location2.5 Mi. East of Old 35
RouteU.S. Route 35
StateOhio
Coordinates39.67765, -83.8158
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
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 geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating67.9 US tons
Inventory rating40.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3 (+3 approach)
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length216 ft (65.8 m)
Longest span71 ft (21.6 m)
Deck width55 ft (16.8 m)
Roadway width52 ft (15.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,563 (2018)
Projected traffic7,721 by 2038
Trucks18%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 35 over N. Branch Caesor Creek built?

It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 35 over N. Branch Caesor 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 US 35 over N. Branch Caesor Creek carry?

About 5,563 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.

How long is US 35 over N. Branch Caesor Creek?

The structure is 216 ft (65.8 m) long with a longest span of 71 ft (21.6 m) and a deck 55 ft wide.

Who owns US 35 over N. Branch Caesor Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.