US Bridges

Armstrong Rd. over Pleasant Valley Run

GoodPosted for load

Richland County, Ohio · 0.6M S of SR 95 · Structure no. 7034598

Built
1986
39 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Culvert
Aluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
Length
23 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
76
2015 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Armstrong Rd. over Pleasant Valley Run is a aluminum, wrought iron, or cast iron culvert carrying Armstrong Rd. over Pleasant Valley Run in Richland County, Ohio. It was built in 1986, so it is 39 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 8 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 76 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 105 by 2035. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesArmstrong Rd.
CrossesPleasant Valley Run
Location0.6M S of SR 95
RouteCounty Highway T0113
StateOhio
Coordinates40.56927, -82.43574
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourCountermeasures installed to correct a previously existing problem
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating39.2 US tons
Inventory rating28.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialAluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length23 ft (7 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 traffic76 (2015)
Projected traffic105 by 2035
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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 Armstrong Rd. over Pleasant Valley Run built?

It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.

What condition is Armstrong Rd. over Pleasant Valley 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 2024.

How much traffic does Armstrong Rd. over Pleasant Valley Run carry?

About 76 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is Armstrong Rd. over Pleasant Valley Run?

The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 21 ft (6.3 m).

Who owns Armstrong Rd. over Pleasant Valley Run?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.