US 52 over Scioto River
FairScioto County, Ohio · 0.25 MI W of Portsmouth · Structure no. 7301383
- Built
- 1972
- 53 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 1,205 ft
- 10 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 17,996
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 52 over Scioto River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 52 over Scioto River in Scioto County, Ohio. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 years old, older than the Ohio average of 47.3 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 17,996 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,232 by 2035. The structure is 1,205 ft (367.3 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 US 52 over Scioto River built?
It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 52 over Scioto River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in August 2024.
How much traffic does US 52 over Scioto River carry?
About 17,996 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is US 52 over Scioto River?
The structure is 1,205 ft (367.3 m) long with a longest span of 137 ft (41.8 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns US 52 over Scioto River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.