US Bridges

Darlington N. Rd. over Branch of Cedar Fork

GoodPosted for load

Richland County, Ohio · 0.2 MI S. of Bellv-Johnsv · Structure no. 7034490

Built
2006
19 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Culvert
Aluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
Length
30 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
385
2015 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Darlington N. Rd. over Branch of Cedar Fork is a aluminum, wrought iron, or cast iron culvert carrying Darlington N. Rd. over Branch of Cedar Fork in Richland County, Ohio. It was built in 2006, so it is 19 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 385 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 534 by 2035. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesDarlington N. Rd.
CrossesBranch of Cedar Fork
Location0.2 MI S. of Bellv-Johnsv
RouteCounty Highway C0121
CountyRichland County
StateOhio
Coordinates40.61708, -82.60603
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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating35.7 US tons
Inventory rating28.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialAluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length30 ft (9.1 m)
Longest span29 ft (8.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic385 (2015)
Projected traffic534 by 2035
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$274,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Darlington N. Rd. over Branch of Cedar Fork built?

It was built in 2006, making it 19 years old in 2025.

What condition is Darlington N. Rd. over Branch of Cedar 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does Darlington N. Rd. over Branch of Cedar Fork carry?

About 385 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is Darlington N. Rd. over Branch of Cedar Fork?

The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 29 ft (8.7 m).

Who owns Darlington N. Rd. over Branch of Cedar Fork?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.