US Bridges

SR 56 over Laurel Run

Fair

Pickaway County, Ohio · 0.52 MI E. of SR180 · Structure no. 6501621

Built
1973
52 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
145 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
6,261
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 56 over Laurel Run is a concrete continuous slab carrying SR 56 over Laurel Run in Pickaway County, Ohio. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 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 5 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 6,261 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,690 by 2035. The structure is 145 ft (44.3 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 56
CrossesLaurel Run
Location0.52 MI E. of SR180
RouteState Highway 56
CountyPickaway County
StateOhio
Coordinates39.4739, -82.7416
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating46.1 US tons
Inventory rating30.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length145 ft (44.3 m)
Longest span55 ft (16.8 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.4 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,261 (2015)
Projected traffic8,690 by 2035
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 56 over Laurel Run built?

It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 56 over Laurel Run 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does SR 56 over Laurel Run carry?

About 6,261 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is SR 56 over Laurel Run?

The structure is 145 ft (44.3 m) long with a longest span of 55 ft (16.8 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns SR 56 over Laurel Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.