US Bridges

Liberty Hi CR46 over CSX RR

Good

Wood County, Ohio · 0.08 Mi. N.Of Deshler Rd. · Structure no. 8737770

Built
2011
14 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
145 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
350
2010 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Liberty Hi CR46 over CSX RR is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Liberty Hi CR46 over CSX RR in Wood County, Ohio. It was built in 2011, so it is 14 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 350 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 25 by 2030. The structure is 145 ft (44.3 m) long and 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

CarriesLiberty Hi CR46
CrossesCSX RR
Location0.08 Mi. N.Of Deshler Rd.
RouteCounty Highway 46
StateOhio
Coordinates41.18405, -83.70707
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating78.6 US tons
Inventory rating60.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length145 ft (44.3 m)
Longest span143 ft (43.7 m)
Deck width39 ft (11.9 m)
Roadway width36 ft (11 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic350 (2010)
Projected traffic25 by 2030
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Liberty Hi CR46 over CSX RR built?

It was built in 2011, making it 14 years old in 2025.

What condition is Liberty Hi CR46 over CSX RR 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does Liberty Hi CR46 over CSX RR carry?

About 350 vehicles per day (2010 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Liberty Hi CR46 over CSX RR?

The structure is 145 ft (44.3 m) long with a longest span of 143 ft (43.7 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.

Who owns Liberty Hi CR46 over CSX RR?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.