US Bridges

US 23 over Island Run

Good

Pickaway County, Ohio · 1.17 MI N of US22 · Structure no. 6500846

Built
1957
68 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
22,436
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 23 over Island Run is a concrete culvert carrying US 23 over Island Run in Pickaway County, Ohio. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 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 22,436 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 31,141 by 2038. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesUS 23
CrossesIsland Run
Location1.17 MI N of US22
RouteU.S. Route 23
StateOhio
Coordinates39.61946, -82.95071
Functional classUrban Other Principal 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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating35.7 US tons
Inventory rating28.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span5 ft (1.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic22,436 (2018)
Projected traffic31,141 by 2038
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 US 23 over Island Run built?

It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 23 over Island Run 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does US 23 over Island Run carry?

About 22,436 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is US 23 over Island Run?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m).

Who owns US 23 over Island Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.