US Bridges

SR 39 over Ritters Run

Fair

Richland County, Ohio · .48 Miles East of SR 545 · Structure no. 7002300

Built
1984
41 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
35 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,985
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 39 over Ritters Run is a concrete culvert carrying SR 39 over Ritters Run in Richland County, Ohio. It was built in 1984, so it is 41 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 1,985 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,755 by 2038. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 39
CrossesRitters Run
Location.48 Miles East of SR 545
RouteState Highway 39
CountyRichland County
StateOhio
Coordinates40.75974, -82.49914
Functional classUrban 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 inspectionMay 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 adequacy9: Superior 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 spans2
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length35 ft (10.7 m)
Longest span15 ft (4.6 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,985 (2018)
Projected traffic2,755 by 2038
Trucks18%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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 39 over Ritters Run built?

It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 39 over Ritters 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does SR 39 over Ritters Run carry?

About 1,985 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.

How long is SR 39 over Ritters Run?

The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m).

Who owns SR 39 over Ritters Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.