US Bridges

SR 141 over Johns Creek

Fair

Lawrence County, Ohio · 1.32MI W of Gallia CO · Structure no. 4402766

Built
1971
54 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
112 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
718
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 141 over Johns Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying SR 141 over Johns Creek in Lawrence County, Ohio. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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 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 718 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 997 by 2035. The structure is 112 ft (34.1 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 141
CrossesJohns Creek
Location1.32MI W of Gallia CO
RouteState Highway 141
CountyLawrence County
StateOhio
Coordinates38.6902, -82.47939
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
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 inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating46.4 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length112 ft (34.1 m)
Longest span40 ft (12.2 m)
Deck width36 ft (11 m)
Roadway width36 ft (11 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic718 (2015)
Projected traffic997 by 2035
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 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 141 over Johns Creek built?

It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 141 over Johns Creek 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does SR 141 over Johns Creek carry?

About 718 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is SR 141 over Johns Creek?

The structure is 112 ft (34.1 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.

Who owns SR 141 over Johns Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.