US Bridges

Usr 6 over Garrett Creek

Fair

Henry County, Ohio · 1.72 Mi. East of SR 34 · Structure no. 3500063

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
25 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
6,110
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Usr 6 over Garrett Creek is a steel culvert carrying Usr 6 over Garrett Creek in Henry County, Ohio. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 6,110 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,481 by 2035. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 32.9 mi (53 km).

Location

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CarriesUsr 6
CrossesGarrett Creek
Location1.72 Mi. East of SR 34
RouteU.S. Route 6
CountyHenry County
StateOhio
Coordinates41.4349, -84.23991
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMay 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 adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating46.4 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length25 ft (7.6 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,110 (2015)
Projected traffic8,481 by 2035
Trucks18%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed32.9 mi (53 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 Usr 6 over Garrett Creek built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.

What condition is Usr 6 over Garrett Creek 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does Usr 6 over Garrett Creek carry?

About 6,110 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.

How long is Usr 6 over Garrett Creek?

The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).

Who owns Usr 6 over Garrett Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.