US Bridges

US-50 over Rapid Run

Fair

Hamilton County, Ohio · 3.11 Mile E of Addyston · Structure no. 3102777

Built
2000
25 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
38 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
18,881
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-50 over Rapid Run is a concrete culvert carrying US-50 over Rapid Run in Hamilton County, Ohio. It was built in 2000, so it is 25 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 18,881 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 26,207 by 2035. The structure is 38 ft (11.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.2 mi (39 km).

Location

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CarriesUS-50
CrossesRapid Run
Location3.11 Mile E of Addyston
RouteU.S. Route 50
CountyHamilton County
StateOhio
Coordinates39.1004, -84.67144
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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 adequacy8: Equal to present desirable 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 spans1
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length38 ft (11.5 m)
Longest span32 ft (9.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic18,881 (2015)
Projected traffic26,207 by 2035
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed24.2 mi (39 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-50 over Rapid Run built?

It was built in 2000, making it 25 years old in 2025.

What condition is US-50 over Rapid Run 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 US-50 over Rapid Run carry?

About 18,881 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is US-50 over Rapid Run?

The structure is 38 ft (11.5 m) long with a longest span of 32 ft (9.8 m).

Who owns US-50 over Rapid Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.