FHWA NBI 2024 Inspection record Public-domain dataset

C135A DOVER-COUNTY

Carrying C135A DOVER-COUNTY over DUNS RUN BRANCH MILL CRK

1.5 MI EAST of SR 36, Union, Ohio

Data updated May 2026

FHWA NBI record, refreshed with each annual release.

Fair
40 t Inventory load rating

Bridge Snapshot: C135A DOVER-COUNTY

The C135A DOVER-COUNTY bridge in Union, Ohio carries C135A DOVER-COUNTY over DUNS RUN BRANCH MILL CRK. It was built in 1976, making it 50 years old today. It was last reconstructed in 2023, extending its service life. The structure is built primarily of prestressed concrete and spans 1 section, stretching 9.8 meters (32 feet) end to end. Daily traffic averages 160 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 7/9. The weakest component sits in fair condition. None of this bridge's reported major components fall into the Poor condition range. Its NBI inventory load rating is 39.5 metric tons.

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

How C135A DOVER-COUNTY compares

▲ 2.0
Load rating vs Ohio average (37.5 t)
Top 34%
Higher load rating than 66% of Ohio bridges
221
Bridges in Union · 2 in Poor condition
C135A DOVER-COUNTY 39.5 t
Ohio average 37.5 t

Live comparison across Ohio.

Historical Sufficiency Rating

PlainBridge-computed
98.0 / 100 - historical 80–100 band
Structural adequacy /55
55.0
Serviceability /30
30.0
Essentiality /15
15.0
Special reductions
−2.0

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 How the historical reference is calculated.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
7/9
Good (7–9)
Inventory Load Rating
39.5 t
NBI inventory level (metric tons)
Overall Condition
Fair

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

Structural Details

Year Built
1976
Last Reconstructed
2023
Material
Prestressed Concrete
Number of Spans
1
Structure Length
9.8 m (32 ft)
Deck Width
8.5 m (28 ft)
Owner
County Highway Agency
Avg Daily Traffic
160 vehicles/day
Structure Number
8033587

Condition Analysis

  • At 6/9, the deck (driving surface) shows fair condition, with minor wear flagged for upkeep.
  • At 6/9, the superstructure (beams and supports above the deck) shows fair condition, with minor wear flagged for upkeep.
  • At 7/9, the substructure (piers and abutments) is in good shape and shows no significant wear.

How to read this record

This page shows what the last federal inspection recorded, not whether C135A DOVER-COUNTY 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 C135A DOVER-COUNTY against other structures in Union 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 C135A DOVER-COUNTY?

C135A DOVER-COUNTY in Union, Ohio has a deck rating of 6/9, superstructure rating of 6/9, and substructure rating of 7/9 on the FHWA's 0–9 scale.

How often is C135A DOVER-COUNTY inspected?

C135A DOVER-COUNTY'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 160 vehicles per day.

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

FHWA retired that reported status beginning with the 2018 archive. C135A DOVER-COUNTY 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 C135A DOVER-COUNTY?

C135A DOVER-COUNTY has an NBI inventory load rating of 39.5 metric tons.

Who is responsible for maintaining C135A DOVER-COUNTY?

C135A DOVER-COUNTY is owned and maintained by County Highway Agency.

How old is C135A DOVER-COUNTY and does age affect safety?

C135A DOVER-COUNTY was built in 1976, making it 50 years old and last reconstructed in 2023.

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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