US Bridges

US Route 23 over Indian Creek

Good

Ross County, Ohio · 3.77 MI S of JCT SR 104 · Structure no. 7100213

Built
1954
71 years old, rebuilt 2002
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
92 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
18,737
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US Route 23 over Indian Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying US Route 23 over Indian Creek in Ross County, Ohio. It was built in 1954 and reconstructed in 2002, so it is 71 years old, older 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 18,737 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 26,007 by 2035. The structure is 92 ft (28 m) long and 98 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesUS Route 23
CrossesIndian Creek
Location3.77 MI S of JCT SR 104
RouteU.S. Route 23
StateOhio
Coordinates39.24714, -82.98351
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating46.4 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length92 ft (28 m)
Longest span33 ft (10.1 m)
Deck width98 ft (29.9 m)
Roadway width92 ft (28 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic18,737 (2015)
Projected traffic26,007 by 2035
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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 US Route 23 over Indian Creek built?

It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2002.

What condition is US Route 23 over Indian Creek 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does US Route 23 over Indian Creek carry?

About 18,737 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is US Route 23 over Indian Creek?

The structure is 92 ft (28 m) long with a longest span of 33 ft (10.1 m) and a deck 98 ft wide.

Who owns US Route 23 over Indian Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.