US Bridges

Usr 33 over US33 Ohio River CSX RR

Fair

Meigs County, Ohio · 0.30 MI W of Wv 68 · Structure no. 5301874

Built
1981
44 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2022
Type
Other
Steel
Length
2,716 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
4,900
2010 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Usr 33 over US33 Ohio River CSX RR is a steel other carrying Usr 33 over US33 Ohio River CSX RR in Meigs County, Ohio. It was built in 1981, so it is 44 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 4,900 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,876 by 2038. The structure is 2,716 ft (827.8 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 57.8 mi (93 km).

Location

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CarriesUsr 33
CrossesUS33 Ohio River CSX RR
Location0.30 MI W of Wv 68
RouteU.S. Route 33
CountyMeigs County
StateOhio
Coordinates38.93629, -81.75761
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2022
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating64.3 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeOther
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1 (+9 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length2,716 ft (827.8 m)
Longest span902 ft (274.9 m)
Deck width34 ft (10.5 m)
Roadway width31 ft (9.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deck17 ft (5.1 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,900 (2010)
Projected traffic6,876 by 2038
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway, waterway and railroad
Detour if closed57.8 mi (93 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 proposedDeck rehabilitation with only incidental widening
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNavigation control on waterway (bridge permit required)

Frequently asked questions

When was Usr 33 over US33 Ohio River CSX RR built?

It was built in 1981, making it 44 years old in 2025.

What condition is Usr 33 over US33 Ohio River CSX RR 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 August 2022.

How much traffic does Usr 33 over US33 Ohio River CSX RR carry?

About 4,900 vehicles per day (2010 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is Usr 33 over US33 Ohio River CSX RR?

The structure is 2,716 ft (827.8 m) long with a longest span of 902 ft (274.9 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.

Who owns Usr 33 over US33 Ohio River CSX RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.