US Bridges

SR 327 over Bluelick Creek

Good

Ross County, Ohio · .38 MI N of JCT US 50 · Structure no. 7105208

Built
2023
2 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Prestressed Concrete
Length
34 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,549
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 327 over Bluelick Creek is a prestressed concrete culvert carrying SR 327 over Bluelick Creek 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 1,549 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,150 by 2035. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 327
CrossesBluelick Creek
Location.38 MI N of JCT US 50
RouteState Highway 327
CountyRoss County
StateOhio
Coordinates39.27145, -82.78764
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
Channel and channel protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Culvert9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating61.8 US tons
Inventory rating45 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length34 ft (10.4 m)
Longest span30 ft (9.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,549 (2015)
Projected traffic2,150 by 2035
Trucks11%
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 327 over Bluelick Creek built?

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

What condition is SR 327 over Bluelick Creek 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 SR 327 over Bluelick Creek carry?

About 1,549 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is SR 327 over Bluelick Creek?

The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m).

Who owns SR 327 over Bluelick Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.