US Bridges

SR 146 over Unknown Stream

Good

Noble County, Ohio · 3.2 Mi. E of SR 147 · Structure no. 6102484

Built
2005
20 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
23 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,188
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 146 over Unknown Stream is a steel culvert carrying SR 146 over Unknown Stream in Noble County, Ohio. It was built in 2005, so it is 20 years old, younger 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 9 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 1,188 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,649 by 2035. The structure is 23 ft (7.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).

CarriesSR 146
CrossesUnknown Stream
Location3.2 Mi. E of SR 147
RouteState Highway 146
StateOhio
Coordinates39.8275, -81.40587
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating53.9 US tons
Inventory rating41.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length23 ft (7.1 m)
Longest span23 ft (7.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,188 (2015)
Projected traffic1,649 by 2035
Trucks16%
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 SR 146 over Unknown Stream built?

It was built in 2005, making it 20 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 146 over Unknown Stream 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 Unknown Stream carry?

About 1,188 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is SR 146 over Unknown Stream?

The structure is 23 ft (7.1 m) long with a longest span of 23 ft (7.1 m).

Who owns SR 146 over Unknown Stream?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.