SR-72 over Blee Ditch
GoodClark County, Ohio · 1.69MI.N. of Greene Co. · Structure no. 1205390
- Built
- 1979
- 46 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 27 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,850
- 2015 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR-72 over Blee Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying SR-72 over Blee Ditch in Clark County, Ohio. It was built in 1979, so it is 46 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 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 3,850 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,344 by 2035. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR-72 over Blee Ditch built?
It was built in 1979, making it 46 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR-72 over Blee Ditch 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 2023.
How much traffic does SR-72 over Blee Ditch carry?
About 3,850 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is SR-72 over Blee Ditch?
The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).
Who owns SR-72 over Blee Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.