SR 248 over East Branch Shade River
GoodMeigs County, Ohio · 4.28M E of JCT SR 7 · Structure no. 5302617
- Built
- 1958
- 67 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 132 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 978
- 2015 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 248 over East Branch Shade River is a concrete continuous slab carrying SR 248 over East Branch Shade River in Meigs County, Ohio. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 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 978 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,357 by 2035. The structure is 132 ft (40.2 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 21.1 mi (34 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 248 over East Branch Shade River built?
It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 248 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 248 over East Branch Shade River carry?
About 978 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is SR 248 over East Branch Shade River?
The structure is 132 ft (40.2 m) long with a longest span of 49 ft (14.9 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.
Who owns SR 248 over East Branch Shade River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.