US Bridges

SR 513 over Branch of Brushy Fork

Fair

Guernsey County, Ohio · .6 M S of JCT US 22 · Structure no. 3005933

Built
1988
37 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
21 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
913
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 513 over Branch of Brushy Fork is a steel culvert carrying SR 513 over Branch of Brushy Fork in Guernsey County, Ohio. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 years old, younger 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 913 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,267 by 2035. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.3 mi (23 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 513
CrossesBranch of Brushy Fork
Location.6 M S of JCT US 22
RouteState Highway 513
CountyGuernsey County
StateOhio
Coordinates40.11319, -81.35286
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJuly 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 adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating46.4 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span21 ft (6.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic913 (2015)
Projected traffic1,267 by 2035
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed14.3 mi (23 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 513 over Branch of Brushy Fork built?

It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 513 over Branch of Brushy Fork 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does SR 513 over Branch of Brushy Fork carry?

About 913 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is SR 513 over Branch of Brushy Fork?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 21 ft (6.4 m).

Who owns SR 513 over Branch of Brushy Fork?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.