US Bridges

Dr. Mlk Parkway over Blanchard River & CSX

Good

Hancock County, Ohio · Central Pkwy at Blanc Riv · Structure no. 3261018

Built
1978
47 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
375 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
4,200
1951 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Dr. Mlk Parkway over Blanchard River & CSX is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Dr. Mlk Parkway over Blanchard River & CSX in Hancock County, Ohio. It was built in 1978, so it is 47 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 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 4,200 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,830 by 1971. The structure is 375 ft (114.3 m) long and 53 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesDr. Mlk Parkway
CrossesBlanchard River & CSX
LocationCentral Pkwy at Blanc Riv
RouteCity Street 522
CountyHancock County
StateOhio
Coordinates41.04034, -83.64467
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating25 US tons
Inventory rating17.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length375 ft (114.3 m)
Longest span154 ft (46.9 m)
Deck width53 ft (16.1 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,200 (1951)
Projected traffic5,830 by 1971
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesRailroad and waterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$840.4 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Dr. Mlk Parkway over Blanchard River & CSX built?

It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025.

What condition is Dr. Mlk Parkway over Blanchard River & CSX 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 November 2023.

How much traffic does Dr. Mlk Parkway over Blanchard River & CSX carry?

About 4,200 vehicles per day (1951 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Dr. Mlk Parkway over Blanchard River & CSX?

The structure is 375 ft (114.3 m) long with a longest span of 154 ft (46.9 m) and a deck 53 ft wide.

Who owns Dr. Mlk Parkway over Blanchard River & CSX?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.