US Bridges

SR 652 / Ky US-23S over US52 | NSRR | Ohio River

FairPosted for load

Lawrence County, Ohio · 12th ST Bridge Ov/ Ohio R · Structure no. 4400992

Built
1930
95 years old, rebuilt 1986
Condition
Fair
inspected September 2021
Type
Truss - Thru
Steel
Length
2,276 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
11,984
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 652 / Ky US-23S over US52 | NSRR | Ohio River is a steel truss - thru carrying SR 652 / Ky US-23S over US52 | NSRR | Ohio River in Lawrence County, Ohio. It was built in 1930 and reconstructed in 1986, so it is 95 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 11,984 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,633 by 2039. The structure is 2,276 ft (693.7 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 28 mi (45 km).

CarriesSR 652 / Ky US-23S
CrossesUS52 | NSRR | Ohio River
Location12th ST Bridge Ov/ Ohio R
RouteState Highway 652
StateOhio
Coordinates38.48565, -82.63979
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionSeptember 2021
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being 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 rating49.3 US tons
Inventory rating29.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTruss - Thru
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5 (+10 approach)
Design loadH 15
Structure length2,276 ft (693.7 m)
Longest span739 ft (225.2 m)
Deck width28 ft (8.5 m)
Roadway width25 ft (7.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deck15 ft (4.6 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic11,984 (2019)
Projected traffic16,633 by 2039
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway, waterway and railroad
Detour if closed28 mi (45 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusEligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNavigation control on waterway (bridge permit required)

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 652 / Ky US-23S over US52 | NSRR | Ohio River built?

It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1986.

What condition is SR 652 / Ky US-23S over US52 | NSRR | Ohio River 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 September 2021.

How much traffic does SR 652 / Ky US-23S over US52 | NSRR | Ohio River carry?

About 11,984 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is SR 652 / Ky US-23S over US52 | NSRR | Ohio River?

The structure is 2,276 ft (693.7 m) long with a longest span of 739 ft (225.2 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.

Who owns SR 652 / Ky US-23S over US52 | NSRR | Ohio River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.