SR49 over Hickory Branch
GoodMercer County, Ohio · .26 Mi. N. of Jct. SR29 · Structure no. 5400813
- Built
- 1956
- 69 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,171
- 2015 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR49 over Hickory Branch is a steel culvert carrying SR49 over Hickory Branch in Mercer County, Ohio. It was built in 1956, so it is 69 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 2,171 vehicles a day, roughly 26% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,013 by 2035. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 21.7 mi (35 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR49 over Hickory Branch built?
It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR49 over Hickory Branch 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 2024.
How much traffic does SR49 over Hickory Branch carry?
About 2,171 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 26% are trucks.
How long is SR49 over Hickory Branch?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).
Who owns SR49 over Hickory Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.