US Bridges

SR 739 over Scioto River

Fair

Marion County, Ohio · 1.77 MI S of SR203 · Structure no. 5103789

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected December 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
199 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,993
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 739 over Scioto River is a concrete continuous slab carrying SR 739 over Scioto River in Marion County, Ohio. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 1,993 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,766 by 2035. The structure is 199 ft (60.7 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 739
CrossesScioto River
Location1.77 MI S of SR203
RouteState Highway 739
CountyMarion County
StateOhio
Coordinates40.53018, -83.21234
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.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionDecember 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 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 rating50 US tons
Inventory rating28.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length199 ft (60.7 m)
Longest span75 ft (22.9 m)
Deck width32 ft (9.9 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,993 (2015)
Projected traffic2,766 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 739 over Scioto River built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 739 over Scioto 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 December 2024.

How much traffic does SR 739 over Scioto River carry?

About 1,993 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is SR 739 over Scioto River?

The structure is 199 ft (60.7 m) long with a longest span of 75 ft (22.9 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.

Who owns SR 739 over Scioto River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.