US Bridges

Usr 30 over Hydraulic Ditch

Good

Hancock County, Ohio · .25MI East of CR-9 · Structure no. 3201317

Built
2007
18 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
7,900
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Usr 30 over Hydraulic Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying Usr 30 over Hydraulic Ditch in Hancock County, Ohio. It was built in 2007, so it is 18 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 7,900 vehicles a day, roughly 40% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,965 by 2035. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

Location

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CarriesUsr 30
CrossesHydraulic Ditch
Location.25MI East of CR-9
RouteU.S. Route 30
CountyHancock County
StateOhio
Coordinates40.82587, -83.69765
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 2023
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 alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating46.4 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span21 ft (6.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,900 (2015)
Projected traffic10,965 by 2035
Trucks40%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 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 30 over Hydraulic Ditch built?

It was built in 2007, making it 18 years old in 2025.

What condition is Usr 30 over Hydraulic 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 Usr 30 over Hydraulic Ditch carry?

About 7,900 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 40% are trucks.

How long is Usr 30 over Hydraulic Ditch?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 21 ft (6.4 m).

Who owns Usr 30 over Hydraulic Ditch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.