US Bridges

SR 586 over Tributary of Rocky Fork

Fair

Knox County, Ohio · .56 M N of Lic CO Line · Structure no. 4203437

Built
1990
35 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
24 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,950
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 586 over Tributary of Rocky Fork is a concrete culvert carrying SR 586 over Tributary of Rocky Fork in Knox County, Ohio. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 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 6 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 1,950 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,707 by 2035. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.3 mi (23 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 586
CrossesTributary of Rocky Fork
Location.56 M N of Lic CO Line
RouteState Highway 586
CountyKnox County
StateOhio
Coordinates40.24496, -82.31684
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
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating37.8 US tons
Inventory rating29.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length24 ft (7.3 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,950 (2015)
Projected traffic2,707 by 2035
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed14.3 mi (23 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 586 over Tributary of Rocky Fork built?

It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 586 over Tributary of Rocky Fork 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does SR 586 over Tributary of Rocky Fork carry?

About 1,950 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is SR 586 over Tributary of Rocky Fork?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns SR 586 over Tributary of Rocky Fork?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.