US Bridges

SR-65 over Branch of Blackhoof Cree

Good

Auglaize County, Ohio · 1MI.N. of Jct. USR-33 · Structure no. 0600598

Built
1993
32 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
24 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,033
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR-65 over Branch of Blackhoof Cree is a concrete culvert carrying SR-65 over Branch of Blackhoof Cree in Auglaize County, Ohio. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 years old, younger than the Ohio average of 47.3 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 2,033 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,822 by 2035. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).

Location

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CarriesSR-65
CrossesBranch of Blackhoof Cree
Location1MI.N. of Jct. USR-33
RouteState Highway 65
CountyAuglaize County
StateOhio
Coordinates40.57008, -84.08456
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating46.4 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length24 ft (7.3 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,033 (2015)
Projected traffic2,822 by 2035
Trucks24%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.8 mi (19 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR-65 over Branch of Blackhoof Cree built?

It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR-65 over Branch of Blackhoof Cree in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in March 2024.

How much traffic does SR-65 over Branch of Blackhoof Cree carry?

About 2,033 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.

How long is SR-65 over Branch of Blackhoof Cree?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns SR-65 over Branch of Blackhoof Cree?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.