State Route 79 over Over So Fork Lic River
FairLicking County, Ohio · .2 M N of JCT I-70 · Structure no. 4504836
- Built
- 1958
- 67 years old, rebuilt 1996
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 137 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 14,557
- 2015 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
State Route 79 over Over So Fork Lic River is a concrete continuous slab carrying State Route 79 over Over So Fork Lic River in Licking County, Ohio. It was built in 1958 and reconstructed in 1996, so it is 67 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 5 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 14,557 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 20,205 by 2035. The structure is 137 ft (41.8 m) long and 73 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was State Route 79 over Over So Fork Lic River built?
It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1996.
What condition is State Route 79 over Over So Fork Lic 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does State Route 79 over Over So Fork Lic River carry?
About 14,557 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is State Route 79 over Over So Fork Lic River?
The structure is 137 ft (41.8 m) long with a longest span of 43 ft (13 m) and a deck 73 ft wide.
Who owns State Route 79 over Over So Fork Lic River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.