US Bridges

SR 139 over Munns Run

Good

Scioto County, Ohio · 1.2MI N of Portsmouth · Structure no. 7303556

Built
1989
36 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
40 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
2,667
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 139 over Munns Run is a concrete culvert carrying SR 139 over Munns Run in Scioto County, Ohio. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 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 2,667 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,316 by 2035. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 km).

CarriesSR 139
CrossesMunns Run
Location1.2MI N of Portsmouth
RouteState Highway 139
StateOhio
Coordinates38.78874, -82.95184
Functional classUrban 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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating56.8 US tons
Inventory rating34 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length40 ft (12.2 m)
Longest span34 ft (10.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,667 (2023)
Projected traffic5,316 by 2035
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.2 mi (18 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 139 over Munns Run built?

It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 139 over Munns 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 139 over Munns Run carry?

About 2,667 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is SR 139 over Munns Run?

The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 34 ft (10.5 m).

Who owns SR 139 over Munns Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.