US Bridges

Usr 68 over Intermittent Waterway

Good

Hancock County, Ohio · Usr 68 · Structure no. 3202011

Built
1961
64 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
24 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
7,738
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Usr 68 over Intermittent Waterway is a concrete culvert carrying Usr 68 over Intermittent Waterway in Hancock County, Ohio. It was built in 1961, so it is 64 years old, older 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 7,738 vehicles a day, roughly 22% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,740 by 2035. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

CarriesUsr 68
CrossesIntermittent Waterway
LocationUsr 68
RouteU.S. Route 68
StateOhio
Coordinates40.98588, -83.65057
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating46.4 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 20
Structure length24 ft (7.3 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,738 (2015)
Projected traffic10,740 by 2035
Trucks22%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 Intermittent Waterway built?

It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.

What condition is Usr 68 over Intermittent Waterway 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does Usr 68 over Intermittent Waterway carry?

About 7,738 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 22% are trucks.

How long is Usr 68 over Intermittent Waterway?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.5 m).

Who owns Usr 68 over Intermittent Waterway?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.