US Bridges

US 33 over Over CSX RR

Good

Union County, Ohio · 0.85 MI N of SR245 · Structure no. 8000875

Built
1966
59 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
161 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
19,774
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 33 over Over CSX RR is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 33 over Over CSX RR in Union County, Ohio. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 years old, older 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 19,774 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 27,446 by 2038. The structure is 161 ft (49.1 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS 33
CrossesOver CSX RR
Location0.85 MI N of SR245
RouteU.S. Route 33
StateOhio
Coordinates40.24613, -83.39501
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating50 US tons
Inventory rating39.2 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length161 ft (49.1 m)
Longest span60 ft (18.3 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.8 m)
Roadway width38 ft (11.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic19,774 (2018)
Projected traffic27,446 by 2038
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 US 33 over Over CSX RR built?

It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 33 over Over CSX RR 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does US 33 over Over CSX RR carry?

About 19,774 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is US 33 over Over CSX RR?

The structure is 161 ft (49.1 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns US 33 over Over CSX RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.