US Bridges

SR122 over Aukerman Creek

Good

Preble County, Ohio · 2.6 MI W of Gratis · Structure no. 6802095

Built
1985
40 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
43 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
3,437
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR122 over Aukerman Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR122 over Aukerman Creek in Preble County, Ohio. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 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 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 3,437 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,771 by 2035. The structure is 43 ft (13 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesSR122
CrossesAukerman Creek
Location2.6 MI W of Gratis
RouteState Highway 122
StateOhio
Coordinates39.6904, -84.57863
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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
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 adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.6 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length43 ft (13 m)
Longest span13 ft (4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,437 (2015)
Projected traffic4,771 by 2035
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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 SR122 over Aukerman Creek built?

It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR122 over Aukerman 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 SR122 over Aukerman Creek carry?

About 3,437 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is SR122 over Aukerman Creek?

The structure is 43 ft (13 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4 m).

Who owns SR122 over Aukerman Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.