SR 97 over Clear Fork Mohican River
GoodRichland County, Ohio · 7.96 Miles East of Ir 71 · Structure no. 7005768
- Built
- 1952
- 73 years old, rebuilt 1997
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 312 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,380
- 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 1952 and reconstructed in 1997, so it is 73 years old, older 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 3,380 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,691 by 2035. The structure is 312 ft (95.1 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 26.1 mi (42 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
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 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1997.
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 3,380 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is SR 97 over Clear Fork Mohican River?
The structure is 312 ft (95.1 m) long with a longest span of 85 ft (25.8 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns SR 97 over Clear Fork Mohican River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.