SR 159 over Scioto River & Stewart R
GoodRoss County, Ohio · .54 MI S of US Route 35 · Structure no. 7104189
- Built
- 2002
- 23 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 1,680 ft
- 15 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 30,821
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 159 over Scioto River & Stewart R is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 159 over Scioto River & Stewart R in Ross County, Ohio. It was built in 2002, so it is 23 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 30,821 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 39,804 by 2035. The structure is 1,680 ft (512.2 m) long and 79 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| 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 SR 159 over Scioto River & Stewart R built?
It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 159 over Scioto River & Stewart 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does SR 159 over Scioto River & Stewart R carry?
About 30,821 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is SR 159 over Scioto River & Stewart R?
The structure is 1,680 ft (512.2 m) long with a longest span of 127 ft (38.6 m) and a deck 79 ft wide.
Who owns SR 159 over Scioto River & Stewart R?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.