Shenk Road over West Jennings Creek
GoodPosted for loadVan Wert County, Ohio · 1.00 MI N JCT C 418 · Structure no. 8137390
- Built
- 1968
- 57 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 45 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 318
- 2016 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Shenk Road over West Jennings Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Shenk Road over West Jennings Creek in Van Wert County, Ohio. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 318 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 441 by 2036. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Shenk Road over West Jennings Creek built?
It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.
What condition is Shenk Road over West Jennings Creek 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does Shenk Road over West Jennings Creek carry?
About 318 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Shenk Road over West Jennings Creek?
The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 41 ft (12.5 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.
Who owns Shenk Road over West Jennings Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.