US Bridges

SR 327 over Pike Run

Fair

Vinton County, Ohio · 2.85M N of JCT SR 671 · Structure no. 8202281

Built
1932
93 years old, rebuilt 1985
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
72 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
468
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 327 over Pike Run is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 327 over Pike Run in Vinton County, Ohio. It was built in 1932 and reconstructed in 1985, so it is 93 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 6 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 468 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 650 by 2035. The structure is 72 ft (21.9 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 34.2 mi (55 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 327
CrossesPike Run
Location2.85M N of JCT SR 671
RouteState Highway 327
CountyVinton County
StateOhio
Coordinates39.32044, -82.72808
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
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating69.3 US tons
Inventory rating41.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckWood or timber
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length72 ft (21.9 m)
Longest span35 ft (10.7 m)
Deck width30 ft (9.1 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic468 (2015)
Projected traffic650 by 2035
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed34.2 mi (55 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 SR 327 over Pike Run built?

It was built in 1932, making it 93 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1985.

What condition is SR 327 over Pike 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does SR 327 over Pike Run carry?

About 468 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is SR 327 over Pike Run?

The structure is 72 ft (21.9 m) long with a longest span of 35 ft (10.7 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.

Who owns SR 327 over Pike Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.