SR 97 over Clear Fork Mohican River
GoodRichland County, Ohio · 2.0 Miles East of IR71 · Structure no. 7005660
- Built
- 1984
- 41 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 184 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,777
- 2015 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 97 over Clear Fork Mohican River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 97 over Clear Fork Mohican River 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 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 3,777 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,242 by 2035. The structure is 184 ft (56.1 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.2 mi (26 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 97 over Clear Fork Mohican River built?
It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 97 over Clear Fork Mohican River 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does SR 97 over Clear Fork Mohican River carry?
About 3,777 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is SR 97 over Clear Fork Mohican River?
The structure is 184 ft (56.1 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.3 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.
Who owns SR 97 over Clear Fork Mohican River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.