US 23 over N Branch of Indian Creek
FairRoss County, Ohio · 1.93 MI S of JCT SR 104 · Structure no. 7100272
- Built
- 1954
- 71 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 38 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 22,980
- 2015 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 23 over N Branch of Indian Creek is a concrete slab carrying US 23 over N Branch of Indian Creek in Ross County, Ohio. It was built in 1954, 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 22,980 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 31,896 by 2035. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long and 98 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 23 over N Branch of Indian Creek built?
It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 23 over N Branch of Indian Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in October 2024.
How much traffic does US 23 over N Branch of Indian Creek carry?
About 22,980 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is US 23 over N Branch of Indian Creek?
The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 36 ft (11 m) and a deck 98 ft wide.
Who owns US 23 over N Branch of Indian Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.