US Bridges

WB SR 37 and 161 over WB 37&161 over Moots Run

Good

Licking County, Ohio · .3 MI E of JCT SR 161 · Structure no. 4501691

Built
2009
16 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
239 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
16,079
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

WB SR 37 and 161 over WB 37&161 over Moots Run is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying WB SR 37 and 161 over WB 37&161 over Moots Run in Licking County, Ohio. It was built in 2009, so it is 16 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 9 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 16,079 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 22,318 by 2035. The structure is 239 ft (72.8 m) long and 59 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesWB SR 37 and 161
CrossesWB 37&161 over Moots Run
Location.3 MI E of JCT SR 161
RouteState Highway 37
StateOhio
Coordinates40.07328, -82.59443
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Superstructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Substructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating46.4 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length239 ft (72.8 m)
Longest span79 ft (24.1 m)
Deck width59 ft (18 m)
Roadway width56 ft (17.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic16,079 (2015)
Projected traffic22,318 by 2035
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was WB SR 37 and 161 over WB 37&161 over Moots Run built?

It was built in 2009, making it 16 years old in 2025.

What condition is WB SR 37 and 161 over WB 37&161 over Moots Run 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does WB SR 37 and 161 over WB 37&161 over Moots Run carry?

About 16,079 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is WB SR 37 and 161 over WB 37&161 over Moots Run?

The structure is 239 ft (72.8 m) long with a longest span of 79 ft (24.1 m) and a deck 59 ft wide.

Who owns WB SR 37 and 161 over WB 37&161 over Moots Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.