US Bridges

Springer RD over Pigeon CR

PoorPosted for load

Jackson County, Ohio · 0.11 MI E of CR25 · Structure no. 4032624

Built
1901
124 years old, rebuilt 1985
Condition
Poor
inspected May 2024
Type
Truss - Thru
Steel
Length
64 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
324
2017 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Springer RD over Pigeon CR is a steel truss - thru carrying Springer RD over Pigeon CR in Jackson County, Ohio. It was built in 1901 and reconstructed in 1985, so it is 124 years old, older than the Ohio average of 47.3 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 324 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 450 by 2037. The structure is 64 ft (19.5 m) long and 14 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesSpringer RD
CrossesPigeon CR
Location0.11 MI E of CR25
RouteCounty Highway T0216
StateOhio
Coordinates39.16274, -82.76312
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating25 US tons
Inventory rating14.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTruss - Thru
MaterialSteel
DeckWood or timber
Main spans1
Design loadH 20
Structure length64 ft (19.5 m)
Longest span62 ft (18.9 m)
Deck width14 ft (4.4 m)
Roadway width14 ft (4.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic324 (2017)
Projected traffic450 by 2037
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$80,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Springer RD over Pigeon CR built?

It was built in 1901, making it 124 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1985.

What condition is Springer RD over Pigeon CR in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in May 2024.

How much traffic does Springer RD over Pigeon CR carry?

About 324 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is Springer RD over Pigeon CR?

The structure is 64 ft (19.5 m) long with a longest span of 62 ft (18.9 m) and a deck 14 ft wide.

Who owns Springer RD over Pigeon CR?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.