US Bridges

SR 31 & 53 S Main over Scioto River #

Good

Hardin County, Ohio · 0.45 Mi. North of SR53 · Structure no. 3300366

Built
1968
57 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
146 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
9,687
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 31 & 53 S Main over Scioto River # is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 31 & 53 S Main over Scioto River # in Hardin 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 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 9,687 vehicles a day, roughly 27% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,446 by 2038. The structure is 146 ft (44.4 m) long and 66 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesSR 31 & 53 S Main
CrossesScioto River #
Location0.45 Mi. North of SR53
RouteState Highway 31
StateOhio
Coordinates40.643, -83.60819
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

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.
Superstructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating47.2 US tons
Inventory rating36.4 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length146 ft (44.4 m)
Longest span47 ft (14.3 m)
Deck width66 ft (20.2 m)
Roadway width52 ft (15.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,687 (2018)
Projected traffic13,446 by 2038
Trucks27%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$70,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 31 & 53 S Main over Scioto River # built?

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

What condition is SR 31 & 53 S Main over Scioto River # 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does SR 31 & 53 S Main over Scioto River # carry?

About 9,687 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 27% are trucks.

How long is SR 31 & 53 S Main over Scioto River #?

The structure is 146 ft (44.4 m) long with a longest span of 47 ft (14.3 m) and a deck 66 ft wide.

Who owns SR 31 & 53 S Main over Scioto River #?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.