US Bridges

SR 151 over W & Le RR (tunnel)

Fair

Harrison County, Ohio · 1.0 M MI W of Jct. US 22 · Structure no. 3402304

Built
1891
134 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
29 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,841
2020 count
Owner
Railroad
Railroad

About this bridge

SR 151 over W & Le RR (tunnel) is a concrete culvert carrying SR 151 over W & Le RR (tunnel) in Harrison County, Ohio. It was built in 1891, so it is 134 years old, older 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 1,841 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,555 by 2040. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long.

Location

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CarriesSR 151
CrossesW & Le RR (tunnel)
Location1.0 M MI W of Jct. US 22
RouteState Highway 151
CountyHarrison County
StateOhio
Coordinates40.33173, -80.94415
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
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating107.1 US tons
Inventory rating75 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length29 ft (8.8 m)
Longest span25 ft (7.6 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,841 (2020)
Projected traffic2,555 by 2040
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerRailroad
Maintained byRailroad
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 151 over W & Le RR (tunnel) built?

It was built in 1891, making it 134 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 151 over W & Le RR (tunnel) 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does SR 151 over W & Le RR (tunnel) carry?

About 1,841 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is SR 151 over W & Le RR (tunnel)?

The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m).

Who owns SR 151 over W & Le RR (tunnel)?

It is owned by the Railroad.