SR-49 over Branch of Ludlow Creek
GoodDarke County, Ohio · 1.66 Mi. SE of JCT SR-49A · Structure no. 1900854
- Built
- 2001
- 24 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 22 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 7,385
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR-49 over Branch of Ludlow Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR-49 over Branch of Ludlow Creek in Darke County, Ohio. It was built in 2001, so it is 24 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 7,385 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,250 by 2040. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 18 mi (29 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR-49 over Branch of Ludlow Creek built?
It was built in 2001, making it 24 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR-49 over Branch of Ludlow Creek 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does SR-49 over Branch of Ludlow Creek carry?
About 7,385 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is SR-49 over Branch of Ludlow Creek?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 22 ft (6.7 m).
Who owns SR-49 over Branch of Ludlow Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.