US Bridges

LE2876 Beeson over Beech Creek

Fair

Stark County, Ohio · 0.1 Mi. W. of TR23 · Structure no. 7635400

Built
1984
41 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected September 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
20 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,592
2015 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

LE2876 Beeson over Beech Creek is a steel culvert carrying LE2876 Beeson over Beech Creek in Stark County, Ohio. It was built in 1984, so it is 41 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 5 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 1,592 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,210 by 2035. The structure is 20 ft (6.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesLE2876 Beeson
CrossesBeech Creek
Location0.1 Mi. W. of TR23
RouteCounty Highway C0041
CountyStark County
StateOhio
Coordinates40.92358, -81.15704
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating107.1 US tons
Inventory rating75 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length20 ft (6.2 m)
Longest span20 ft (6.2 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,592 (2015)
Projected traffic2,210 by 2035
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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 LE2876 Beeson over Beech Creek built?

It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.

What condition is LE2876 Beeson over Beech Creek 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does LE2876 Beeson over Beech Creek carry?

About 1,592 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is LE2876 Beeson over Beech Creek?

The structure is 20 ft (6.2 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.2 m).

Who owns LE2876 Beeson over Beech Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.