US Bridges

SR-47 over Tongs Run

Good

Logan County, Ohio · 2.16MI.E.OF JCT.SR-235 · Structure no. 4601270

Built
1989
36 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
26 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,791
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR-47 over Tongs Run is a concrete culvert carrying SR-47 over Tongs Run in Logan County, Ohio. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 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 1,791 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,486 by 2035. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 km).

CarriesSR-47
CrossesTongs Run
Location2.16MI.E.OF JCT.SR-235
RouteState Highway 47
StateOhio
Coordinates40.34016, -83.94597
Functional classRural Major 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 inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating107.1 US tons
Inventory rating75 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length26 ft (7.9 m)
Longest span24 ft (7.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,791 (2015)
Projected traffic2,486 by 2035
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.2 mi (18 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-47 over Tongs Run built?

It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR-47 over Tongs 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does SR-47 over Tongs Run carry?

About 1,791 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is SR-47 over Tongs Run?

The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.3 m).

Who owns SR-47 over Tongs Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.