US Bridges

SR 245 over Mad River

Fair

Logan County, Ohio · SR 245 · Structure no. 4602269

Built
1984
41 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
94 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,883
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 245 over Mad River is a concrete continuous slab carrying SR 245 over Mad River in Logan County, Ohio. It was built in 1984, so it is 41 years old, younger 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 1,883 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,614 by 2035. The structure is 94 ft (28.7 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 245
CrossesMad River
LocationSR 245
RouteState Highway 245
CountyLogan County
StateOhio
Coordinates40.25219, -83.74959
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating80 US tons
Inventory rating61.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length94 ft (28.7 m)
Longest span32 ft (9.8 m)
Deck width34 ft (10.5 m)
Roadway width34 ft (10.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,883 (2015)
Projected traffic2,614 by 2035
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 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 245 over Mad River built?

It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 245 over Mad 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does SR 245 over Mad River carry?

About 1,883 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is SR 245 over Mad River?

The structure is 94 ft (28.7 m) long with a longest span of 32 ft (9.8 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.

Who owns SR 245 over Mad River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.