State Route 72 over South Fork of Lees Cree
FairHighland County, Ohio · .23 Mile S of St. RT.28 · Structure no. 3601498
- Built
- 1998
- 27 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 95 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 846
- 2015 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
State Route 72 over South Fork of Lees Cree is a concrete continuous slab carrying State Route 72 over South Fork of Lees Cree in Highland County, Ohio. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 years old, younger 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 846 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,174 by 2035. The structure is 95 ft (29 m) long and 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was State Route 72 over South Fork of Lees Cree built?
It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.
What condition is State Route 72 over South Fork of Lees Cree 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does State Route 72 over South Fork of Lees Cree carry?
About 846 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is State Route 72 over South Fork of Lees Cree?
The structure is 95 ft (29 m) long with a longest span of 35 ft (10.7 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.
Who owns State Route 72 over South Fork of Lees Cree?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.