US Bridges

USR52 over SR 73 & 104

Good

Scioto County, Ohio · Ramp B JCT SR 73 · Structure no. 7301243

Built
1987
38 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
185 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
4,850
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

USR52 over SR 73 & 104 is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying USR52 over SR 73 & 104 in Scioto County, Ohio. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 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 4,850 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,196 by 2010. The structure is 185 ft (56.4 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesUSR52
CrossesSR 73 & 104
LocationRamp B JCT SR 73
RouteU.S. Route 52
CountyScioto County
StateOhio
Coordinates38.73598, -83.01995
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 inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating75.7 US tons
Inventory rating32.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length185 ft (56.4 m)
Longest span87 ft (26.5 m)
Deck width30 ft (9.1 m)
Roadway width27 ft (8.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,850 (2023)
Projected traffic19,196 by 2010
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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 USR52 over SR 73 & 104 built?

It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.

What condition is USR52 over SR 73 & 104 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 USR52 over SR 73 & 104 carry?

About 4,850 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is USR52 over SR 73 & 104?

The structure is 185 ft (56.4 m) long with a longest span of 87 ft (26.5 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.

Who owns USR52 over SR 73 & 104?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.