US Bridges

Possum Run Rd. over Trib to Possum Run

Good

Richland County, Ohio · 40 East of Swigart Rd. · Structure no. 7034229

Built
2013
12 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2023
Type
Culvert
Aluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
Length
21 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
590
2015 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Possum Run Rd. over Trib to Possum Run is a aluminum, wrought iron, or cast iron culvert carrying Possum Run Rd. over Trib to Possum Run in Richland County, Ohio. It was built in 2013, so it is 12 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 590 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 819 by 2035. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

Location

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CarriesPossum Run Rd.
CrossesTrib to Possum Run
Location40 East of Swigart Rd.
RouteCounty Highway C0320
CountyRichland County
StateOhio
Coordinates40.63, -82.40528
Functional classRural Minor Collector

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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionNovember 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 alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating53.6 US tons
Inventory rating42.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialAluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span21 ft (6.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic590 (2015)
Projected traffic819 by 2035
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 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 Possum Run Rd. over Trib to Possum Run built?

It was built in 2013, making it 12 years old in 2025.

What condition is Possum Run Rd. over Trib to Possum Run 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 November 2023.

How much traffic does Possum Run Rd. over Trib to Possum Run carry?

About 590 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is Possum Run Rd. over Trib to Possum Run?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 21 ft (6.3 m).

Who owns Possum Run Rd. over Trib to Possum Run?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.