US Bridges

TR.297 (day Rd.) over Trib. of Rocky-Fork

Good

Richland County, Ohio · 0.79 Mile N. of Petterson · Structure no. 7033303

Built
2008
17 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Aluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
Length
27 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
351
2015 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

TR.297 (day Rd.) over Trib. of Rocky-Fork is a aluminum, wrought iron, or cast iron culvert carrying TR.297 (day Rd.) over Trib. of Rocky-Fork in Richland County, Ohio. It was built in 2008, so it is 17 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 9 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 351 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 487 by 2035. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).

Location

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CarriesTR.297 (day Rd.)
CrossesTrib. of Rocky-Fork
Location0.79 Mile N. of Petterson
RouteCounty Highway T0297
CountyRichland County
StateOhio
Coordinates40.75279, -82.43643
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Culvert9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating67.9 US tons
Inventory rating39.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialAluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span27 ft (8.2 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic351 (2015)
Projected traffic487 by 2035
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed123.7 mi (199 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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 TR.297 (day Rd.) over Trib. of Rocky-Fork built?

It was built in 2008, making it 17 years old in 2025.

What condition is TR.297 (day Rd.) over Trib. of Rocky-Fork 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does TR.297 (day Rd.) over Trib. of Rocky-Fork carry?

About 351 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is TR.297 (day Rd.) over Trib. of Rocky-Fork?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 27 ft (8.2 m).

Who owns TR.297 (day Rd.) over Trib. of Rocky-Fork?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.