US Bridges

Usr 33 over Trib. Shade River&sr 681

Good

Meigs County, Ohio · 3.61M S of Athens Co.Line · Structure no. 5300584

Built
2002
23 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
305 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
6,608
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Usr 33 over Trib. Shade River&sr 681 is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Usr 33 over Trib. Shade River&sr 681 in Meigs County, Ohio. It was built in 2002, so it is 23 years old, younger 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 6,608 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,172 by 2035. The structure is 305 ft (93.1 m) long and 133 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

CarriesUsr 33
CrossesTrib. Shade River&sr 681
Location3.61M S of Athens Co.Line
RouteU.S. Route 33
StateOhio
Coordinates39.1455, -82.02441
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 evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating46.4 US tons
Inventory rating28.5 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length305 ft (93.1 m)
Longest span105 ft (32 m)
Deck width133 ft (40.5 m)
Roadway width130 ft (39.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,608 (2015)
Projected traffic9,172 by 2035
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and waterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 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 Usr 33 over Trib. Shade River&sr 681 built?

It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.

What condition is Usr 33 over Trib. Shade River&sr 681 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 Usr 33 over Trib. Shade River&sr 681 carry?

About 6,608 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is Usr 33 over Trib. Shade River&sr 681?

The structure is 305 ft (93.1 m) long with a longest span of 105 ft (32 m) and a deck 133 ft wide.

Who owns Usr 33 over Trib. Shade River&sr 681?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.