US Bridges

Burkvl Sthenry RD over Wabash River

FairPosted for load

Mercer County, Ohio · 3/4 MI S of Ftrec Min RD · Structure no. 5444616

Built
1972
53 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
100 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
277
2015 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Burkvl Sthenry RD over Wabash River is a concrete continuous slab carrying Burkvl Sthenry RD over Wabash River in Mercer County, Ohio. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 277 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 384 by 2035. The structure is 100 ft (30.5 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesBurkvl Sthenry RD
CrossesWabash River
Location3/4 MI S of Ftrec Min RD
RouteCounty Highway C0081
StateOhio
Coordinates40.38305, -84.64324
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60.7 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckOther
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length100 ft (30.5 m)
Longest span38 ft (11.6 m)
Deck width36 ft (11 m)
Roadway width36 ft (11 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic277 (2015)
Projected traffic384 by 2035
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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 Burkvl Sthenry RD over Wabash River built?

It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.

What condition is Burkvl Sthenry RD over Wabash River 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does Burkvl Sthenry RD over Wabash River carry?

About 277 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is Burkvl Sthenry RD over Wabash River?

The structure is 100 ft (30.5 m) long with a longest span of 38 ft (11.6 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.

Who owns Burkvl Sthenry RD over Wabash River?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.