US Bridges

SR 235 over N Branch Portage River

Good

Wood County, Ohio · 1.93 Mi. S. of SR 281 · Structure no. 8705551

Built
2022
3 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
36 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,233
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 235 over N Branch Portage River is a concrete culvert carrying SR 235 over N Branch Portage River in Wood County, Ohio. It was built in 2022, so it is 3 years old, younger 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 9 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 1,233 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,500 by 2039. The structure is 36 ft (10.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 28 mi (45 km).

CarriesSR 235
CrossesN Branch Portage River
Location1.93 Mi. S. of SR 281
RouteState Highway 235
StateOhio
Coordinates41.25681, -83.78543
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating96.5 US tons
Inventory rating75 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length36 ft (10.9 m)
Longest span36 ft (10.9 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,233 (2019)
Projected traffic1,500 by 2039
Trucks18%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed28 mi (45 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 235 over N Branch Portage River built?

It was built in 2022, making it 3 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 235 over N Branch Portage River 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does SR 235 over N Branch Portage River carry?

About 1,233 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.

How long is SR 235 over N Branch Portage River?

The structure is 36 ft (10.9 m) long with a longest span of 36 ft (10.9 m).

Who owns SR 235 over N Branch Portage River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.