US Bridges

SR852 | KY-8S over Ohio River | CSX RR

FairPosted for load

Scioto County, Ohio · 0.61MI S of Usr 52 · Structure no. 7306830

Built
1987
38 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2021
Type
Truss - Thru
Steel
Length
2,991 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
4,466
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR852 | KY-8S over Ohio River | CSX RR is a steel truss - thru carrying SR852 | KY-8S over Ohio River | CSX RR 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 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 4,466 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,199 by 2039. The structure is 2,991 ft (911.7 m) long and 51 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

Open in Google Maps
CarriesSR852 | KY-8S
CrossesOhio River | CSX RR
Location0.61MI S of Usr 52
RouteState Highway 852
CountyScioto County
StateOhio
Coordinates38.72832, -83.01796
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionApril 2021
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourCountermeasures installed to correct a previously existing problem
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating40 US tons
Inventory rating23.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTruss - Thru
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3 (+11 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length2,991 ft (911.7 m)
Longest span900 ft (274.3 m)
Deck width51 ft (15.6 m)
Roadway width48 ft (14.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deck19 ft (5.9 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,466 (2019)
Projected traffic6,199 by 2039
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway, waterway and railroad
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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—
NavigationNavigation control on waterway (bridge permit required)

Frequently asked questions

When was SR852 | KY-8S over Ohio River | CSX RR built?

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

What condition is SR852 | KY-8S over Ohio River | CSX RR 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 April 2021.

How much traffic does SR852 | KY-8S over Ohio River | CSX RR carry?

About 4,466 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is SR852 | KY-8S over Ohio River | CSX RR?

The structure is 2,991 ft (911.7 m) long with a longest span of 900 ft (274.3 m) and a deck 51 ft wide.

Who owns SR852 | KY-8S over Ohio River | CSX RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.