US Bridges

SR 96 over Bear Run

Fair

Richland County, Ohio · 5.62 MI E of Crawford CO · Structure no. 7005180

Built
1986
39 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
48 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,778
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 96 over Bear Run is a concrete continuous slab carrying SR 96 over Bear Run in Richland County, Ohio. It was built in 1986, so it is 39 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 1,778 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,468 by 2038. The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 96
CrossesBear Run
Location5.62 MI E of Crawford CO
RouteState Highway 96
CountyRichland County
StateOhio
Coordinates40.87942, -82.62021
Functional classUrban 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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
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 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
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating60.4 US tons
Inventory rating41.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length48 ft (14.6 m)
Longest span18 ft (5.5 m)
Deck width34 ft (10.4 m)
Roadway width34 ft (10.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,778 (2018)
Projected traffic2,468 by 2038
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.2 mi (18 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 96 over Bear Run built?

It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 96 over Bear 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 96 over Bear Run carry?

About 1,778 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is SR 96 over Bear Run?

The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long with a longest span of 18 ft (5.5 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.

Who owns SR 96 over Bear Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.