US Bridges

SR 652 / Ky US-23S over US 52 NS RR Ohio River

FairPosted for load

Lawrence County, Ohio · 13th ST Bridge Ov/ Ohio R · Structure no. 4401018

Built
1985
40 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected September 2021
Type
Truss - Thru
Steel
Length
2,314 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
11,984
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 652 / Ky US-23S over US 52 NS RR Ohio River is a steel truss - thru carrying SR 652 / Ky US-23S over US 52 NS RR Ohio River in Lawrence County, Ohio. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 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. 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 2,314 ft (705.3 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 26.7 mi (43 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 652 / Ky US-23S
CrossesUS 52 NS RR Ohio River
Location13th ST Bridge Ov/ Ohio R
RouteState Highway 652
CountyLawrence County
StateOhio
Coordinates38.48542, -82.63933
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.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2021
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating46.7 US tons
Inventory rating27.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTruss - Thru
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3 (+6 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length2,314 ft (705.3 m)
Longest span740 ft (225.6 m)
Deck width47 ft (14.4 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic11,984 (2019)
Projected traffic16,633 by 2039
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway, waterway and railroad
Detour if closed26.7 mi (43 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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—
NavigationNavigation control on waterway (bridge permit required)

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 652 / Ky US-23S over US 52 NS RR Ohio River built?

It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 652 / Ky US-23S over US 52 NS RR 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 US 52 NS RR 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 US 52 NS RR Ohio River?

The structure is 2,314 ft (705.3 m) long with a longest span of 740 ft (225.6 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.

Who owns SR 652 / Ky US-23S over US 52 NS RR Ohio River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.