US Bridges

SR 327 over Richland Branch of Pig C

Good

Jackson County, Ohio · 5.26 MI S. of Vinton Line · Structure no. 4003675

Built
1993
32 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
74 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
425
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 327 over Richland Branch of Pig C is a concrete continuous slab carrying SR 327 over Richland Branch of Pig C in Jackson County, Ohio. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 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 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 425 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 776 by 2035. The structure is 74 ft (22.6 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 327
CrossesRichland Branch of Pig C
Location5.26 MI S. of Vinton Line
RouteState Highway 327
CountyJackson County
StateOhio
Coordinates39.1776, -82.62731
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
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60.7 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length74 ft (22.6 m)
Longest span28 ft (8.5 m)
Deck width36 ft (11 m)
Roadway width36 ft (11 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic425 (2022)
Projected traffic776 by 2035
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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 327 over Richland Branch of Pig C built?

It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 327 over Richland Branch of Pig C 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does SR 327 over Richland Branch of Pig C carry?

About 425 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is SR 327 over Richland Branch of Pig C?

The structure is 74 ft (22.6 m) long with a longest span of 28 ft (8.5 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.

Who owns SR 327 over Richland Branch of Pig C?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.