US Bridges

Spring ST over Miami & Erie Canal

Fair

Auglaize County, Ohio · .15 Mi. E. of SR116 · Structure no. 0600067

Built
1921
104 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
54 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
5,474
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Spring ST over Miami & Erie Canal is a concrete culvert carrying Spring ST over Miami & Erie Canal in Auglaize County, Ohio. It was built in 1921, so it is 104 years old, older than the Ohio average of 47.3 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 5,474 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,598 by 2035. The structure is 54 ft (16.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesSpring ST
CrossesMiami & Erie Canal
Location.15 Mi. E. of SR116
RouteState Highway 29
CountyAuglaize County
StateOhio
Coordinates40.54343, -84.38783
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating35.3 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length54 ft (16.5 m)
Longest span26 ft (7.9 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,474 (2015)
Projected traffic7,598 by 2035
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusEligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$300,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Spring ST over Miami & Erie Canal built?

It was built in 1921, making it 104 years old in 2025.

What condition is Spring ST over Miami & Erie Canal in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in July 2024.

How much traffic does Spring ST over Miami & Erie Canal carry?

About 5,474 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Spring ST over Miami & Erie Canal?

The structure is 54 ft (16.5 m) long with a longest span of 26 ft (7.9 m).

Who owns Spring ST over Miami & Erie Canal?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.