US Bridges

US 127 over Rocky Run

Fair

Preble County, Ohio · 0.22 MI S of SR 726 JCT · Structure no. 6802621

Built
1990
35 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
48 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
8,268
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 127 over Rocky Run is a concrete culvert carrying US 127 over Rocky Run in Preble County, Ohio. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 years old, younger 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 8,268 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,476 by 2035. The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 127
CrossesRocky Run
Location0.22 MI S of SR 726 JCT
RouteU.S. Route 127
CountyPreble County
StateOhio
Coordinates39.78309, -84.63638
Functional classRural Minor 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
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionApril 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
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating46.4 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length48 ft (14.6 m)
Longest span27 ft (8.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,268 (2015)
Projected traffic11,476 by 2035
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 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 US 127 over Rocky Run built?

It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 127 over Rocky 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does US 127 over Rocky Run carry?

About 8,268 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is US 127 over Rocky Run?

The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long with a longest span of 27 ft (8.1 m).

Who owns US 127 over Rocky Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.