FHWA NBI 2024 Inspection record Public-domain dataset

OHIO BRUSH CREEK

Carrying OHIO BRUSH CREEK over OHIO BRUSH CREEK

.35 MI E OF SR 785, Highland, Ohio

Data updated May 2026

FHWA NBI record, refreshed with each annual release.

Poor
32 t Inventory load rating

Bridge Snapshot: OHIO BRUSH CREEK

The OHIO BRUSH CREEK bridge in Highland, Ohio carries OHIO BRUSH CREEK over OHIO BRUSH CREEK. It was built in 1955, making it 71 years old today. The structure is built primarily of concrete continuous and spans 3 sections, stretching 42.1 meters (138 feet) end to end. Daily traffic averages 1,424 vehicles, placing it in the moderately-trafficked tier of Ohio bridges. It is owned and maintained by State Highway Agency.

The latest FHWA inspection records show a deck rating of 4/9, superstructure at 4/9, substructure at 5/9. The weakest component sits in poor condition. At least one major component here scores 4 or below, which produces a Poor condition classification under FHWA's current reporting rules. Its NBI inventory load rating is 32.4 metric tons.

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

How OHIO BRUSH CREEK compares

▼ 5.1
Load rating vs Ohio average (37.5 t)
Bottom 26%
Lower load rating than 74% of Ohio bridges
245
Bridges in Highland · 5 in Poor condition
OHIO BRUSH CREEK 32.4 t
Ohio average 37.5 t

Live comparison across Ohio.

Historical Sufficiency Rating

PlainBridge-computed
67.6 / 100 - historical 50–79.9 band
Structural adequacy /55
30.0
Serviceability /30
24.0
Essentiality /15
13.6
Special reductions
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 How the historical reference is calculated.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
4/9
Poor (1–4)
Superstructure
4/9
Poor (1–4)
Substructure
5/9
Fair (5–6)
Inventory Load Rating
32.4 t
NBI inventory level (metric tons)
Overall Condition
Poor

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

Structural Details

Year Built
1955
Material
Concrete Continuous
Number of Spans
3
Structure Length
42.1 m (138 ft)
Deck Width
9.8 m (32 ft)
Owner
State Highway Agency
Avg Daily Traffic
1,424 vehicles/day
Structure Number
3601749

Condition Analysis

  • The deck (driving surface) rates poor at 4/9, advanced deterioration that should be prioritized for repair.
  • The superstructure (beams and supports above the deck) rates poor at 4/9, advanced deterioration that should be prioritized for repair.
  • At 5/9, the substructure (piers and abutments) shows fair condition, with minor wear flagged for upkeep.

How to read this record

OHIO BRUSH CREEK is in the federal Poor condition category. That is a component-based result, not a closure order.

  • NBI condition ratings reflect the latest record in this annual dataset, not a live status. Current routine inspection intervals are risk-based.
  • Understand what Poor condition does and does not mean before drawing conclusions. Poor condition explained
  • Compare OHIO BRUSH CREEK against other structures in Highland 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 OHIO BRUSH CREEK?

OHIO BRUSH CREEK in Highland, Ohio has a deck rating of 4/9, superstructure rating of 4/9, and substructure rating of 5/9 on the FHWA's 0–9 scale.

How often is OHIO BRUSH CREEK inspected?

OHIO BRUSH CREEK'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 1,424 vehicles per day.

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

FHWA retired that reported status beginning with the 2018 archive. OHIO BRUSH CREEK is currently shown as Poor condition from its component ratings; that category is not a live closure or safety decision.

What is the inventory load rating for OHIO BRUSH CREEK?

OHIO BRUSH CREEK has an NBI inventory load rating of 32.4 metric tons.

Who is responsible for maintaining OHIO BRUSH CREEK?

OHIO BRUSH CREEK is owned and maintained by State Highway Agency.

How old is OHIO BRUSH CREEK and does age affect safety?

OHIO BRUSH CREEK was built in 1955, making it 71 years old.

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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