US Bridges

U.S. Route 35 over Musgrove Road

Good

Ross County, Ohio · .5 MI E of Walnut Creek · Structure no. 7102569

Built
2004
21 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
121 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
20,389
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

U.S. Route 35 over Musgrove Road is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying U.S. Route 35 over Musgrove Road in Ross County, Ohio. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 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 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 20,389 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,140 by 2035. The structure is 121 ft (36.8 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesU.S. Route 35
CrossesMusgrove Road
Location.5 MI E of Walnut Creek
RouteU.S. Route 35
StateOhio
Coordinates39.24963, -82.84913
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.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating46.4 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length121 ft (36.8 m)
Longest span113 ft (34.4 m)
Deck width45 ft (13.7 m)
Roadway width42 ft (12.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic20,389 (2015)
Projected traffic9,140 by 2035
Trucks24%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was U.S. Route 35 over Musgrove Road built?

It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.

What condition is U.S. Route 35 over Musgrove Road 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 U.S. Route 35 over Musgrove Road carry?

About 20,389 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.

How long is U.S. Route 35 over Musgrove Road?

The structure is 121 ft (36.8 m) long with a longest span of 113 ft (34.4 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.

Who owns U.S. Route 35 over Musgrove Road?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.