US 23 over Blackwater Creek
FairRoss County, Ohio · 1.15 MI S of Pic County · Structure no. 7101171
- Built
- 1956
- 69 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 100 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 12,544
- 2015 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 23 over Blackwater Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying US 23 over Blackwater Creek in Ross County, Ohio. It was built in 1956, so it is 69 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 6 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 12,544 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,411 by 2035. The structure is 100 ft (30.5 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
Location
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 23 over Blackwater Creek built?
It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 23 over Blackwater 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 Blackwater Creek carry?
About 12,544 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is US 23 over Blackwater Creek?
The structure is 100 ft (30.5 m) long with a longest span of 35 ft (10.7 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns US 23 over Blackwater Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.