US Bridges

Usr 20 over East Branch ST Joseph Rv

Fair

Williams County, Ohio · 0.57 Mi. East of SR 15 · Structure no. 8601127

Built
1985
40 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
126 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,185
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Usr 20 over East Branch ST Joseph Rv is a concrete continuous slab carrying Usr 20 over East Branch ST Joseph Rv in Williams County, Ohio. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 years old, younger 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 2,185 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,033 by 2035. The structure is 126 ft (38.4 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

Location

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CarriesUsr 20
CrossesEast Branch ST Joseph Rv
Location0.57 Mi. East of SR 15
RouteU.S. Route 20
CountyWilliams County
StateOhio
Coordinates41.66555, -84.54242
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being 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 rating39.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length126 ft (38.4 m)
Longest span48 ft (14.6 m)
Deck width38 ft (11.6 m)
Roadway width38 ft (11.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,185 (2015)
Projected traffic3,033 by 2035
Trucks24%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 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 20 over East Branch ST Joseph Rv built?

It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.

What condition is Usr 20 over East Branch ST Joseph Rv 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does Usr 20 over East Branch ST Joseph Rv carry?

About 2,185 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.

How long is Usr 20 over East Branch ST Joseph Rv?

The structure is 126 ft (38.4 m) long with a longest span of 48 ft (14.6 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.

Who owns Usr 20 over East Branch ST Joseph Rv?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.