US Bridges

U.S. Route 35 over Jackson Short Line R.R.

Good

Ross County, Ohio · .5 MI W of Vigo Road · Structure no. 7102631

Built
2004
21 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
151 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
20,389
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

U.S. Route 35 over Jackson Short Line R.R. is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying U.S. Route 35 over Jackson Short Line R.R. 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 151 ft (45.9 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesU.S. Route 35
CrossesJackson Short Line R.R.
Location.5 MI W of Vigo Road
RouteU.S. Route 35
StateOhio
Coordinates39.20573, -82.8218
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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating46.4 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length151 ft (45.9 m)
Longest span48 ft (14.5 m)
Deck width45 ft (13.7 m)
Roadway width42 ft (12.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic20,389 (2023)
Projected traffic9,140 by 2035
Trucks24%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
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 Jackson Short Line R.R. built?

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

What condition is U.S. Route 35 over Jackson Short Line R.R. 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 Jackson Short Line R.R. carry?

About 20,389 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.

How long is U.S. Route 35 over Jackson Short Line R.R.?

The structure is 151 ft (45.9 m) long with a longest span of 48 ft (14.5 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.

Who owns U.S. Route 35 over Jackson Short Line R.R.?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.