The eastern terminus of this state route is at a T-intersection with State Route 141 in the heart of the Wayne National Forest approximately 4 miles (6.4 km) northwest of the unincorporated community of Patriot.

The entire length of State Route 233 is included as a part of the Welsh Byway, an officially designated National Scenic Byway.

[2] State Route 233 passes through portions of the counties of Jackson and Gallia along its journey.

The route is not included as a part of the National Highway System, a network of highways deemed most imperative for the nation's economy, mobility and defense.

No changes of major significance have taken place to this state highway since its designation.