US Bridges

SR 37 over Mcdonalds Run

Fair

Marion County, Ohio · 0.99 MI N of S.Corp Larue · Structure no. 5102111

Built
1983
42 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2025
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
68 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
699
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 37 over Mcdonalds Run is a concrete continuous slab carrying SR 37 over Mcdonalds Run in Marion County, Ohio. It was built in 1983, so it is 42 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 699 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 970 by 2035. The structure is 68 ft (20.7 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 37
CrossesMcdonalds Run
Location0.99 MI N of S.Corp Larue
RouteState Highway 37
CountyMarion County
StateOhio
Coordinates40.55819, -83.38023
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
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJanuary 2025
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 geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating65.7 US tons
Inventory rating40 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length68 ft (20.7 m)
Longest span25 ft (7.6 m)
Deck width28 ft (8.5 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic699 (2015)
Projected traffic970 by 2035
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.8 mi (19 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 37 over Mcdonalds Run built?

It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 37 over Mcdonalds Run 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 January 2025.

How much traffic does SR 37 over Mcdonalds Run carry?

About 699 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is SR 37 over Mcdonalds Run?

The structure is 68 ft (20.7 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.

Who owns SR 37 over Mcdonalds Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.