US Bridges

I-77 & CR 86 over I 77 Ovr Johnsons Fork C

Fair

Guernsey County, Ohio · 2.6 M N of JCT SR 541 · Structure no. 3003426

Built
1968
57 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
29 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
18,796
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I-77 & CR 86 over I 77 Ovr Johnsons Fork C is a concrete culvert carrying I-77 & CR 86 over I 77 Ovr Johnsons Fork C in Guernsey County, Ohio. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 18,796 vehicles a day, roughly 22% of them trucks, projected to reach 26,089 by 2038. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.8 mi (48 km).

Location

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CarriesI-77 & CR 86
CrossesI 77 Ovr Johnsons Fork C
Location2.6 M N of JCT SR 541
RouteInterstate 77
CountyGuernsey County
StateOhio
Coordinates40.18009, -81.55453
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating107.1 US tons
Inventory rating75 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length29 ft (8.8 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic18,796 (2018)
Projected traffic26,089 by 2038
Trucks22%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed29.8 mi (48 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

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 I-77 & CR 86 over I 77 Ovr Johnsons Fork C built?

It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.

What condition is I-77 & CR 86 over I 77 Ovr Johnsons Fork C 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 2024.

How much traffic does I-77 & CR 86 over I 77 Ovr Johnsons Fork C carry?

About 18,796 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 22% are trucks.

How long is I-77 & CR 86 over I 77 Ovr Johnsons Fork C?

The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns I-77 & CR 86 over I 77 Ovr Johnsons Fork C?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.