US 35 over Scioto River
FairRoss County, Ohio · .87 MI W of US 50 · Structure no. 7102259
- Built
- 1969
- 56 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 1,286 ft
- 10 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 28,647
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 35 over Scioto River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 35 over Scioto River in Ross County, Ohio. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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 28,647 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,845 by 2035. The structure is 1,286 ft (392 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 35 over Scioto River built?
It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 35 over Scioto River 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does US 35 over Scioto River carry?
About 28,647 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.
How long is US 35 over Scioto River?
The structure is 1,286 ft (392 m) long with a longest span of 140 ft (42.7 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.
Who owns US 35 over Scioto River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.