FHWA NBI 2024 Inspection record Public-domain dataset

OS0644 KLOTZ

Carrying OS0644 KLOTZ over BRANCH EAST NIMISHILLEN

0.3 MI. N. OF CR112, Stark, Ohio

Data updated May 2026

FHWA NBI record, refreshed with each annual release.

Poor
45 t Inventory load rating

Bridge Snapshot: OS0644 KLOTZ

The OS0644 KLOTZ bridge in Stark, Ohio carries OS0644 KLOTZ over BRANCH EAST NIMISHILLEN. It was built in 1958, making it 68 years old today. It was last reconstructed in 1998, extending its service life. The structure is built primarily of prestressed concrete and spans 1 section, stretching 9.1 meters (30 feet) end to end. Daily traffic averages 734 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 6/9, superstructure at 6/9, substructure at 4/9. The weakest component sits in poor condition. A component scored 4 or below, placing this bridge in the federal Poor condition category rather than declaring it unsafe or closed. Its NBI inventory load rating is 45.4 metric tons.

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

How OS0644 KLOTZ compares

▲ 7.9
Load rating vs Ohio average (37.5 t)
Top 24%
Higher load rating than 76% of Ohio bridges
415
Bridges in Stark · 23 in Poor condition
OS0644 KLOTZ 45.4 t
Ohio average 37.5 t

Live comparison across Ohio.

Historical Sufficiency Rating

PlainBridge-computed
55.8 / 100 - historical 50–79.9 band
Structural adequacy /55
30.0
Serviceability /30
26.2
Essentiality /15
4.6
Special reductions
−5.0

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 How the historical reference is calculated.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
6/9
Fair (5–6)
Superstructure
6/9
Fair (5–6)
Substructure
4/9
Poor (1–4)
Inventory Load Rating
45.4 t
NBI inventory level (metric tons)
Overall Condition
Poor

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

Structural Details

Year Built
1958
Last Reconstructed
1998
Material
Prestressed Concrete
Number of Spans
1
Structure Length
9.1 m (30 ft)
Deck Width
8.5 m (28 ft)
Owner
County Highway Agency
Avg Daily Traffic
734 vehicles/day
Structure Number
7633831

Condition Analysis

  • The deck (driving surface) is in fair condition (6/9), with minor deterioration that may require routine maintenance.
  • The superstructure (beams and supports above the deck) is in fair condition (6/9), with minor deterioration that may require routine maintenance.
  • The substructure (piers and abutments) is in poor condition (4/9), showing advanced deterioration that may require priority repair.

How to read this record

OS0644 KLOTZ 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 OS0644 KLOTZ against other structures in Stark 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 OS0644 KLOTZ?

OS0644 KLOTZ in Stark, Ohio has a deck rating of 6/9, superstructure rating of 6/9, and substructure rating of 4/9 on the FHWA's 0–9 scale.

How often is OS0644 KLOTZ inspected?

OS0644 KLOTZ'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 734 vehicles per day.

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

FHWA retired that reported status beginning with the 2018 archive. OS0644 KLOTZ 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 OS0644 KLOTZ?

OS0644 KLOTZ has an NBI inventory load rating of 45.4 metric tons.

Who is responsible for maintaining OS0644 KLOTZ?

OS0644 KLOTZ is owned and maintained by County Highway Agency.

How old is OS0644 KLOTZ and does age affect safety?

OS0644 KLOTZ was built in 1958, making it 68 years old and last reconstructed in 1998.

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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