US Bridges

S.R. 739 over Arthur Branch Run

Fair

Union County, Ohio · 2.35 N of US33 · Structure no. 8003270

Built
1964
61 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected December 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
67 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
7,842
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

S.R. 739 over Arthur Branch Run is a concrete continuous slab carrying S.R. 739 over Arthur Branch Run in Union County, Ohio. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 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 7,842 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,885 by 2035. The structure is 67 ft (20.4 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

Location

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CarriesS.R. 739
CrossesArthur Branch Run
Location2.35 N of US33
RouteState Highway 739
CountyUnion County
StateOhio
Coordinates40.29871, -83.5152
Functional classRural Major 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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionDecember 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
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating50 US tons
Inventory rating28.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length67 ft (20.4 m)
Longest span25 ft (7.6 m)
Deck width36 ft (11 m)
Roadway width36 ft (11 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,842 (2015)
Projected traffic10,885 by 2035
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.7 mi (14 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 S.R. 739 over Arthur Branch Run built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.

What condition is S.R. 739 over Arthur Branch Run 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 December 2024.

How much traffic does S.R. 739 over Arthur Branch Run carry?

About 7,842 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is S.R. 739 over Arthur Branch Run?

The structure is 67 ft (20.4 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.

Who owns S.R. 739 over Arthur Branch Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.