US Bridges

Hummel/Vernon Rd. over Unnamed Stream

Good

Richland County, Ohio · .5 Mi. South of SR 39 · Structure no. 7033788

Built
1998
27 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Arch - Deck
Concrete
Length
38 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,158
2015 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Hummel/Vernon Rd. over Unnamed Stream is a concrete arch - deck carrying Hummel/Vernon Rd. over Unnamed Stream in Richland County, Ohio. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 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 1,158 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,607 by 2038. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesHummel/Vernon Rd.
CrossesUnnamed Stream
Location.5 Mi. South of SR 39
RouteCounty Highway C0171
CountyRichland County
StateOhio
Coordinates40.8734, -82.67717
Functional classUrban Local

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: 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 rating32.2 US tons
Inventory rating25 US tons

Structure

Structure typeArch - Deck
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length38 ft (11.6 m)
Longest span36 ft (11 m)
Deck width28 ft (8.5 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,158 (2015)
Projected traffic1,607 by 2038
Trucks5%
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

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 Hummel/Vernon Rd. over Unnamed Stream built?

It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.

What condition is Hummel/Vernon Rd. over Unnamed Stream 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does Hummel/Vernon Rd. over Unnamed Stream carry?

About 1,158 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Hummel/Vernon Rd. over Unnamed Stream?

The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 36 ft (11 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.

Who owns Hummel/Vernon Rd. over Unnamed Stream?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.