US Bridges

Usr 6 over Prairie Creek

Good

Williams County, Ohio · 3.8 Mi. West of SR 191 · Structure no. 8600570

Built
1958
67 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
44 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
3,271
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Usr 6 over Prairie Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Usr 6 over Prairie Creek in Williams County, Ohio. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 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 3,271 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,540 by 2035. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 km).

CarriesUsr 6
CrossesPrairie Creek
Location3.8 Mi. West of SR 191
RouteU.S. Route 6
StateOhio
Coordinates41.44173, -84.49136
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating53.9 US tons
Inventory rating32.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 20
Structure length44 ft (13.4 m)
Longest span20 ft (6.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,271 (2015)
Projected traffic4,540 by 2035
Trucks24%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed31.1 mi (50 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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Usr 6 over Prairie Creek built?

It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.

What condition is Usr 6 over Prairie 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does Usr 6 over Prairie Creek carry?

About 3,271 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.

How long is Usr 6 over Prairie Creek?

The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m).

Who owns Usr 6 over Prairie Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.