US Bridges

TR62 over Flat Run

PoorClosed to traffic

Morrow County, Ohio · .20 Miles N.Of Int. CR59 · Structure no. 5930839

Built
1883
142 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected October 2023
Type
Truss - Thru
Aluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
Length
61 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
100
1992 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

TR62 over Flat Run is a aluminum, wrought iron, or cast iron truss - thru carrying TR62 over Flat Run in Morrow County, Ohio. It was built in 1883, so it is 142 years old, older than the Ohio average of 47.3 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 1 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: closed to all traffic.

It carries about 100 vehicles a day, projected to reach 139 by 2012. The structure is 61 ft (18.6 m) long and 14 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesTR62
CrossesFlat Run
Location.20 Miles N.Of Int. CR59
RouteCounty Highway T0062
StateOhio
Coordinates40.63344, -82.94251
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck2 CriticalAdvanced deterioration of primary structural elements. Bridge may be closed until corrective action is taken.
Superstructure1 Imminent FailureMajor deterioration or section loss present in critical structural components. Bridge is closed to traffic but corrective action may put it back in light service.
Substructure4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusClosed to all traffic
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation0: Immediate repair necessary to put back in service
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating0 US tons
Inventory rating0 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTruss - Thru
MaterialAluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
DeckWood or timber
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length61 ft (18.6 m)
Longest span59 ft (18 m)
Deck width14 ft (4.4 m)
Roadway width12 ft (3.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic100 (1992)
Projected traffic139 by 2012
Trucks—
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusEligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was TR62 over Flat Run built?

It was built in 1883, making it 142 years old in 2025.

What condition is TR62 over Flat Run in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in October 2023.

How much traffic does TR62 over Flat Run carry?

About 100 vehicles per day (1992 count).

How long is TR62 over Flat Run?

The structure is 61 ft (18.6 m) long with a longest span of 59 ft (18 m) and a deck 14 ft wide.

Who owns TR62 over Flat Run?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.