US Bridges

SR 146 over Buffalo Creek

Good

Noble County, Ohio · 0.73M E Guernsey CO Line · Structure no. 6102131

Built
1947
78 years old, rebuilt 1991
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
163 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
1,402
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 146 over Buffalo Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying SR 146 over Buffalo Creek in Noble County, Ohio. It was built in 1947 and reconstructed in 1991, so it is 78 years old, older than the Ohio average of 47.3 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 1,402 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,946 by 2035. The structure is 163 ft (49.6 m) long and 29 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 41 mi (66 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 146
CrossesBuffalo Creek
Location0.73M E Guernsey CO Line
RouteState Highway 146
CountyNoble County
StateOhio
Coordinates39.88699, -81.54494
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating73.2 US tons
Inventory rating44.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans5
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length163 ft (49.6 m)
Longest span35 ft (10.7 m)
Deck width29 ft (8.8 m)
Roadway width29 ft (8.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,402 (2015)
Projected traffic1,946 by 2035
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed41 mi (66 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$200,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 146 over Buffalo Creek built?

It was built in 1947, making it 78 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1991.

What condition is SR 146 over Buffalo Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in October 2024.

How much traffic does SR 146 over Buffalo Creek carry?

About 1,402 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is SR 146 over Buffalo Creek?

The structure is 163 ft (49.6 m) long with a longest span of 35 ft (10.7 m) and a deck 29 ft wide.

Who owns SR 146 over Buffalo Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.