US Bridges

Usr 40 over Stillwater River

Fair

Montgomery County, Ohio · .33MI.E. of Jct. SR-48 · Structure no. 5703360

Built
1919
106 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
35 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
7,470
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Usr 40 over Stillwater River is a concrete culvert carrying Usr 40 over Stillwater River in Montgomery County, Ohio. It was built in 1919, so it is 106 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 7,470 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,368 by 2035. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).

CarriesUsr 40
CrossesStillwater River
Location.33MI.E. of Jct. SR-48
RouteU.S. Route 40
StateOhio
Coordinates39.86998, -84.28493
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating107.1 US tons
Inventory rating75 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length35 ft (10.7 m)
Longest span13 ft (4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,470 (2015)
Projected traffic10,368 by 2035
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.8 mi (19 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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 Usr 40 over Stillwater River built?

It was built in 1919, making it 106 years old in 2025.

What condition is Usr 40 over Stillwater 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does Usr 40 over Stillwater River carry?

About 7,470 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is Usr 40 over Stillwater River?

The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4 m).

Who owns Usr 40 over Stillwater River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.