SR-638 over South Fork Miami River
GoodLogan County, Ohio · .61MI. S. of Jct. SR-273 · Structure no. 4604024
- Built
- 1946
- 79 years old, rebuilt 1992
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 122 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,544
- 2015 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR-638 over South Fork Miami River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR-638 over South Fork Miami River in Logan County, Ohio. It was built in 1946 and reconstructed in 1992, so it is 79 years old, older 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 1,544 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,143 by 2035. The structure is 122 ft (37.2 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR-638 over South Fork Miami River built?
It was built in 1946, making it 79 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1992.
What condition is SR-638 over South Fork Miami 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 February 2024.
How much traffic does SR-638 over South Fork Miami River carry?
About 1,544 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is SR-638 over South Fork Miami River?
The structure is 122 ft (37.2 m) long with a longest span of 45 ft (13.7 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.
Who owns SR-638 over South Fork Miami River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.