US Bridges

US 23 over Over CSX RR (old C&o)

Fair

Pickaway County, Ohio · 1.62 MI N of US22 · Structure no. 6500870

Built
1957
68 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
638 ft
7 main spans
Daily traffic
11,218
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 23 over Over CSX RR (old C&o) is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 23 over Over CSX RR (old C&o) 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 11,218 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,571 by 2035. The structure is 638 ft (194.5 m) long and 37 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 23
CrossesOver CSX RR (old C&o)
Location1.62 MI N of US22
RouteU.S. Route 23
CountyPickaway County
StateOhio
Coordinates39.62509, -82.95316
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating39.2 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans7 (+10 approach)
Design loadH 20
Structure length638 ft (194.5 m)
Longest span61 ft (18.6 m)
Deck width37 ft (11.2 m)
Roadway width35 ft (10.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic11,218 (2015)
Projected traffic15,571 by 2035
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 23 over Over CSX RR (old C&o) built?

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

What condition is US 23 over Over CSX RR (old C&o) in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in February 2024.

How much traffic does US 23 over Over CSX RR (old C&o) carry?

About 11,218 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is US 23 over Over CSX RR (old C&o)?

The structure is 638 ft (194.5 m) long with a longest span of 61 ft (18.6 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.

Who owns US 23 over Over CSX RR (old C&o)?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.