SR 79 over South Fork Licking River
GoodLicking County, Ohio · 1.9 M N of JCT SR 37 · Structure no. 4504631
- Built
- 1982
- 43 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 160 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,117
- 2015 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 79 over South Fork Licking River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 79 over South Fork Licking River in Licking County, Ohio. It was built in 1982, so it is 43 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 3,117 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,326 by 2035. The structure is 160 ft (48.8 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 79 over South Fork Licking River built?
It was built in 1982, making it 43 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 79 over South Fork Licking River 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 SR 79 over South Fork Licking River carry?
About 3,117 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is SR 79 over South Fork Licking River?
The structure is 160 ft (48.8 m) long with a longest span of 58 ft (17.7 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.
Who owns SR 79 over South Fork Licking River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.