US Bridges

Usr 68 SR 15 over Lima Ave(cr 313)

Good

Hancock County, Ohio · 0.33 Mi. S-West of IR75 · Structure no. 3202208

Built
2019
6 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
96 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
17,879
2016 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Usr 68 SR 15 over Lima Ave(cr 313) is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Usr 68 SR 15 over Lima Ave(cr 313) in Hancock County, Ohio. It was built in 2019, so it is 6 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 17,879 vehicles a day, roughly 29% of them trucks, projected to reach 20,100 by 2036. The structure is 96 ft (29.3 m) long and 92 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesUsr 68 SR 15
CrossesLima Ave(cr 313)
Location0.33 Mi. S-West of IR75
RouteU.S. Route 68
CountyHancock County
StateOhio
Coordinates41.0233, -83.66736
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating89.3 US tons
Inventory rating67.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length96 ft (29.3 m)
Longest span93 ft (28.3 m)
Deck width92 ft (28.1 m)
Roadway width88 ft (26.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic17,879 (2016)
Projected traffic20,100 by 2036
Trucks29%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Usr 68 SR 15 over Lima Ave(cr 313) built?

It was built in 2019, making it 6 years old in 2025.

What condition is Usr 68 SR 15 over Lima Ave(cr 313) 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 68 SR 15 over Lima Ave(cr 313) carry?

About 17,879 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 29% are trucks.

How long is Usr 68 SR 15 over Lima Ave(cr 313)?

The structure is 96 ft (29.3 m) long with a longest span of 93 ft (28.3 m) and a deck 92 ft wide.

Who owns Usr 68 SR 15 over Lima Ave(cr 313)?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.