USR-127 over St.Marys River Overflow
FairMercer County, Ohio · .54MI.N.OF Jct. SR-707 · Structure no. 5402735
- Built
- 1966
- 59 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 68 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,143
- 2015 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
USR-127 over St.Marys River Overflow is a concrete continuous slab carrying USR-127 over St.Marys River Overflow in Mercer County, Ohio. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 years old, older 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 6 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 6,143 vehicles a day, roughly 38% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,526 by 2035. The structure is 68 ft (20.7 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 USR-127 over St.Marys River Overflow built?
It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.
What condition is USR-127 over St.Marys River Overflow 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 2024.
How much traffic does USR-127 over St.Marys River Overflow carry?
About 6,143 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 38% are trucks.
How long is USR-127 over St.Marys River Overflow?
The structure is 68 ft (20.7 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns USR-127 over St.Marys River Overflow?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.