US Bridges

SR 7 over East Branch Shade River

Good

Meigs County, Ohio · 3.9 MI S.Of JCT SR 681 · Structure no. 5300398

Built
1951
74 years old, rebuilt 1998
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
146 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
4,864
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 7 over East Branch Shade River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 7 over East Branch Shade River in Meigs County, Ohio. It was built in 1951 and reconstructed in 1998, so it is 74 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 4,864 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,751 by 2035. The structure is 146 ft (44.5 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 21.7 mi (35 km).

CarriesSR 7
CrossesEast Branch Shade River
Location3.9 MI S.Of JCT SR 681
RouteState Highway 7
StateOhio
Coordinates39.12408, -81.8817
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating46.4 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length146 ft (44.5 m)
Longest span55 ft (16.8 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.4 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,864 (2015)
Projected traffic6,751 by 2035
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed21.7 mi (35 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 7 over East Branch Shade River built?

It was built in 1951, making it 74 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1998.

What condition is SR 7 over East Branch Shade 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does SR 7 over East Branch Shade River carry?

About 4,864 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is SR 7 over East Branch Shade River?

The structure is 146 ft (44.5 m) long with a longest span of 55 ft (16.8 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns SR 7 over East Branch Shade River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.