US Bridges

SR 138 over Mccartneys Run

Good

Ross County, Ohio · 1.53 MI S of JCT US 35 · Structure no. 7104058

Built
2023
2 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
87 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,713
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 138 over Mccartneys Run is a concrete continuous slab carrying SR 138 over Mccartneys Run in Ross County, Ohio. It was built in 2023, so it is 2 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 9 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 1,713 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,378 by 2040. The structure is 87 ft (26.5 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 138
CrossesMccartneys Run
Location1.53 MI S of JCT US 35
RouteState Highway 138
CountyRoss County
StateOhio
Coordinates39.42952, -83.227
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Superstructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Substructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating68.6 US tons
Inventory rating46.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length87 ft (26.5 m)
Longest span87 ft (26.5 m)
Deck width32 ft (9.8 m)
Roadway width32 ft (9.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,713 (2023)
Projected traffic2,378 by 2040
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 138 over Mccartneys Run built?

It was built in 2023, making it 2 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 138 over Mccartneys Run 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does SR 138 over Mccartneys Run carry?

About 1,713 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is SR 138 over Mccartneys Run?

The structure is 87 ft (26.5 m) long with a longest span of 87 ft (26.5 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.

Who owns SR 138 over Mccartneys Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.