US Bridges

Usr 68 over Bogles Run

Good

Champaign County, Ohio · 1.26MI.S. of JCT.SR-55 · Structure no. 1101889

Built
1987
38 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
24 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
14,750
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Usr 68 over Bogles Run is a concrete culvert carrying Usr 68 over Bogles Run in Champaign County, Ohio. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 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 14,750 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 20,473 by 2035. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 18 mi (29 km).

CarriesUsr 68
CrossesBogles Run
Location1.26MI.S. of JCT.SR-55
RouteU.S. Route 68
StateOhio
Coordinates40.07667, -83.76485
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment9: Superior 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
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 traffic14,750 (2015)
Projected traffic20,473 by 2035
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed18 mi (29 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 Usr 68 over Bogles Run built?

It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.

What condition is Usr 68 over Bogles Run 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does Usr 68 over Bogles Run carry?

About 14,750 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is Usr 68 over Bogles Run?

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

Who owns Usr 68 over Bogles Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.