US Bridges

Buckland-Holden RD over Auglaize River

Fair

Auglaize County, Ohio · 0.8 MI W of SR 65 · Structure no. 0637475

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
157 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,184
2022 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Buckland-Holden RD over Auglaize River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Buckland-Holden RD over Auglaize River in Auglaize County, Ohio. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 1,184 vehicles a day, roughly 30% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,000 by 2045. The structure is 157 ft (47.9 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesBuckland-Holden RD
CrossesAuglaize River
Location0.8 MI W of SR 65
RouteCounty Highway C0190
CountyAuglaize County
StateOhio
Coordinates40.62915, -84.10509
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating25.4 US tons
Inventory rating15.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckCorrugated steel
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length157 ft (47.9 m)
Longest span60 ft (18.3 m)
Deck width26 ft (7.8 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,184 (2022)
Projected traffic2,000 by 2045
Trucks30%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$165,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Buckland-Holden RD over Auglaize River built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.

What condition is Buckland-Holden RD over Auglaize River 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does Buckland-Holden RD over Auglaize River carry?

About 1,184 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 30% are trucks.

How long is Buckland-Holden RD over Auglaize River?

The structure is 157 ft (47.9 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.

Who owns Buckland-Holden RD over Auglaize River?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.