US Bridges

SR 13 93 & 37 over Trib of Bear Creek

Good

Perry County, Ohio · 2.1 M N of JCT SR 37 & 93 · Structure no. 6400434

Built
2014
11 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
23 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
2,162
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 13 93 & 37 over Trib of Bear Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 13 93 & 37 over Trib of Bear Creek in Perry County, Ohio. It was built in 2014, so it is 11 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 2,162 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,001 by 2035. The structure is 23 ft (6.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 18 mi (29 km).

CarriesSR 13 93 & 37
CrossesTrib of Bear Creek
Location2.1 M N of JCT SR 37 & 93
RouteState Highway 13
StateOhio
Coordinates39.69964, -82.15505
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating34 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length23 ft (6.9 m)
Longest span23 ft (6.9 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,162 (2015)
Projected traffic3,001 by 2035
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed18 mi (29 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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 13 93 & 37 over Trib of Bear Creek built?

It was built in 2014, making it 11 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 13 93 & 37 over Trib of Bear 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does SR 13 93 & 37 over Trib of Bear Creek carry?

About 2,162 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is SR 13 93 & 37 over Trib of Bear Creek?

The structure is 23 ft (6.9 m) long with a longest span of 23 ft (6.9 m).

Who owns SR 13 93 & 37 over Trib of Bear Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.