US Bridges

Salt Creek Road over Boggs Creek

PoorPosted for load

Muskingum County, Ohio · Intersection of Wilhelm R · Structure no. 6032133

Built
2001
24 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected October 2024
Type
Truss - Thru
Steel
Length
89 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,145
2015 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Salt Creek Road over Boggs Creek is a steel truss - thru carrying Salt Creek Road over Boggs Creek in Muskingum County, Ohio. It was built in 2001, so it is 24 years old, younger 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 4 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: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 1,145 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,589 by 2035. The structure is 89 ft (27.1 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesSalt Creek Road
CrossesBoggs Creek
LocationIntersection of Wilhelm R
RouteCounty Highway C0044
StateOhio
Coordinates39.89141, -81.8854
Functional classRural Major Collector

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
Deck4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Superstructure4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Substructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
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 evaluation3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating20 US tons
Inventory rating13 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTruss - Thru
MaterialSteel
DeckCorrugated steel
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length89 ft (27.1 m)
Longest span85 ft (25.9 m)
Deck width24 ft (7.3 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,145 (2015)
Projected traffic1,589 by 2035
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-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 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 Salt Creek Road over Boggs Creek built?

It was built in 2001, making it 24 years old in 2025.

What condition is Salt Creek Road over Boggs Creek 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 2024.

How much traffic does Salt Creek Road over Boggs Creek carry?

About 1,145 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is Salt Creek Road over Boggs Creek?

The structure is 89 ft (27.1 m) long with a longest span of 85 ft (25.9 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.

Who owns Salt Creek Road over Boggs Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.