FHWA NBI 2024 Inspection record Public-domain dataset

AMA-26 CREEK RD

Carrying AMA-26 CREEK RD over TURKEY RUN (CREEK RD SW)

0.2 MI N OF S.R. 188, Fairfield, Ohio

Data updated May 2026

FHWA NBI record, refreshed with each annual release.

Fair
36 t Inventory load rating

Bridge Snapshot: AMA-26 CREEK RD

The AMA-26 CREEK RD bridge in Fairfield, Ohio carries AMA-26 CREEK RD over TURKEY RUN (CREEK RD SW). It was built in 1900, making it 126 years old today. It was last reconstructed in 1987, extending its service life. The structure is built primarily of steel and spans 1 section, stretching 14.3 meters (47 feet) end to end. Daily traffic averages 324 vehicles, placing it in the lower-traffic tier of Ohio bridges. It is owned and maintained by County Highway Agency.

The latest FHWA inspection records show a deck rating of 7/9, superstructure at 5/9, substructure at 7/9. The weakest component sits in fair condition. All reported major components score above the Poor range. Its NBI inventory load rating is 35.6 metric tons.

Sourced from the FHWA National Bridge Inventory. See our methodology for refresh cadence and NBI release vintage.

How AMA-26 CREEK RD compares

▼ 1.9
Load rating vs Ohio average (37.5 t)
Top 48%
Higher load rating than 52% of Ohio bridges
320
Bridges in Fairfield · 16 in Poor condition
AMA-26 CREEK RD 35.6 t
Ohio average 37.5 t

Live comparison across Ohio.

Historical Sufficiency Rating

PlainBridge-computed
68.8 / 100 - historical 50–79.9 band
Structural adequacy /55
45.0
Serviceability /30
12.0
Essentiality /15
14.8
Special reductions
−3.0

FHWA discontinued this calculated item; it does not determine current condition, funding eligibility, posting, or closure. How the historical reference is calculated.

Condition Ratings

Deck
7/9
Good (7–9)
Superstructure
5/9
Fair (5–6)
Substructure
7/9
Good (7–9)
Inventory Load Rating
35.6 t
NBI inventory level (metric tons)
Overall Condition
Fair

Full 0–9 scale + sufficiency-rating breakdown: how condition ratings work.

Structural Details

Year Built
1900
Last Reconstructed
1987
Material
Steel
Number of Spans
1
Structure Length
14.3 m (47 ft)
Deck Width
6.1 m (20 ft)
Owner
County Highway Agency
Avg Daily Traffic
324 vehicles/day
Structure Number
2330792

Condition Analysis

  • At 7/9, the deck (driving surface) is in good shape and shows no significant wear.
  • At 5/9, the superstructure (beams and supports above the deck) shows fair condition, with minor wear flagged for upkeep.
  • The substructure (piers and abutments) rates good at 7/9, with no significant deterioration on file.

How to read this record

This page shows what the last federal inspection recorded, not whether AMA-26 CREEK RD is safe to cross today. Here is how to use it.

  • NBI condition ratings reflect the latest record in this annual dataset, not a live status. Current routine inspection intervals are risk-based.
  • Learn how the 0–9 condition scale and Good/Fair/Poor categories are defined. How condition ratings work
  • Compare AMA-26 CREEK RD against other structures in Fairfield and across Ohio. Ohio bridges
  • Noticed visible damage or a safety concern? Report it to the agency that owns the bridge, or call 911 in an emergency. How to report a bridge

Condition codes come straight from the FHWA National Bridge Inventory and are not a real-time safety judgment. Only the owning agency, a state DOT, county, or other owner, can post, restrict, or close a bridge.

Frequently Asked Questions

What do the condition ratings mean for AMA-26 CREEK RD?

AMA-26 CREEK RD in Fairfield, Ohio has a deck rating of 7/9, superstructure rating of 5/9, and substructure rating of 7/9 on the FHWA's 0–9 scale.

How often is AMA-26 CREEK RD inspected?

AMA-26 CREEK RD's responsible agency sets its routine interval under FHWA's risk-based inspection rules; this page does not expose the scheduled interval. It carries about 324 vehicles per day.

What does “structurally deficient” mean in older bridge reports?

FHWA retired that reported status beginning with the 2018 archive. AMA-26 CREEK RD is currently shown as Fair condition from its component ratings; that category is not a live closure or safety decision.

What is the inventory load rating for AMA-26 CREEK RD?

AMA-26 CREEK RD has an NBI inventory load rating of 35.6 metric tons.

Who is responsible for maintaining AMA-26 CREEK RD?

AMA-26 CREEK RD is owned and maintained by County Highway Agency.

How old is AMA-26 CREEK RD and does age affect safety?

AMA-26 CREEK RD was built in 1900, making it 126 years old and last reconstructed in 1987.

Disclaimer: Bridge condition data is from the FHWA NBI and reflects the last reported inspection. A Poor condition rating is not a live declaration that a bridge is closed or unsafe for travel. For current closure, posting, or safety information, contact the responsible transportation agency.

Data sourced from the Federal Highway Administration National Bridge Inventory. See our methodology for details. Retrieved and formatted by PlainBridges

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