US Bridges

Usr 30 over Blanchard River

Good

Hancock County, Ohio · US-30 over Blanchard Rive · Structure no. 3201392

Built
2007
18 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
186 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,264
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Usr 30 over Blanchard River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Usr 30 over Blanchard River 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 9 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 3,264 vehicles a day, roughly 34% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,530 by 2035. The structure is 186 ft (56.7 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

Location

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CarriesUsr 30
CrossesBlanchard River
LocationUS-30 over Blanchard Rive
RouteU.S. Route 30
CountyHancock County
StateOhio
Coordinates40.82453, -83.55233
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
Deck9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Superstructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Substructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating72.1 US tons
Inventory rating55.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length186 ft (56.7 m)
Longest span70 ft (21.3 m)
Deck width48 ft (14.7 m)
Roadway width45 ft (13.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,264 (2015)
Projected traffic4,530 by 2035
Trucks34%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 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 Blanchard River built?

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

What condition is Usr 30 over Blanchard River 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 30 over Blanchard River carry?

About 3,264 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 34% are trucks.

How long is Usr 30 over Blanchard River?

The structure is 186 ft (56.7 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.3 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.

Who owns Usr 30 over Blanchard River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.