US Bridges

Old State Rt 52 over Buffalo Creek

Good

Lawrence County, Ohio · 10.45 E of Int C-1 US 52 · Structure no. 4430123

Built
1996
29 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
28 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
6,005
2015 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Old State Rt 52 over Buffalo Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Old State Rt 52 over Buffalo Creek in Lawrence County, Ohio. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 years old, younger than the Ohio average of 47.3 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 6,005 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,335 by 2035. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesOld State Rt 52
CrossesBuffalo Creek
Location10.45 E of Int C-1 US 52
RouteCounty Highway C0001
StateOhio
Coordinates38.42192, -82.48773
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating107.1 US tons
Inventory rating75 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length28 ft (8.5 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,005 (2015)
Projected traffic8,335 by 2035
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Old State Rt 52 over Buffalo Creek built?

It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.

What condition is Old State Rt 52 over Buffalo Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in May 2024.

How much traffic does Old State Rt 52 over Buffalo Creek carry?

About 6,005 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Old State Rt 52 over Buffalo Creek?

The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns Old State Rt 52 over Buffalo Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.