US Bridges

SR 9 over Sally Buffalo Creek

Good

Harrison County, Ohio · Cadiz 2.57 M S of US 22 · Structure no. 3400220

Built
2004
21 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
20 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
3,918
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 9 over Sally Buffalo Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 9 over Sally Buffalo Creek in Harrison County, Ohio. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 3,918 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,438 by 2035. The structure is 20 ft (6.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 23 mi (37 km).

CarriesSR 9
CrossesSally Buffalo Creek
LocationCadiz 2.57 M S of US 22
RouteState Highway 9
StateOhio
Coordinates40.25039, -81.00132
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating53.2 US tons
Inventory rating41.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length20 ft (6.2 m)
Longest span20 ft (6.2 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,918 (2015)
Projected traffic5,438 by 2035
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed23 mi (37 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 9 over Sally Buffalo Creek built?

It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 9 over Sally Buffalo Creek 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does SR 9 over Sally Buffalo Creek carry?

About 3,918 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is SR 9 over Sally Buffalo Creek?

The structure is 20 ft (6.2 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.2 m).

Who owns SR 9 over Sally Buffalo Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.