US Bridges

Usr 224 SR 15 over Br. of Blanchard River

Good

Hancock County, Ohio · 2 Mi. West of Findlay · Structure no. 3203840

Built
1959
66 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2023
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
67 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
6,476
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Usr 224 SR 15 over Br. of Blanchard River is a concrete continuous slab carrying Usr 224 SR 15 over Br. of Blanchard River in Hancock County, Ohio. It was built in 1959, so it is 66 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 6,476 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,989 by 2035. The structure is 67 ft (20.4 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

CarriesUsr 224 SR 15
CrossesBr. of Blanchard River
Location2 Mi. West of Findlay
RouteU.S. Route 224
StateOhio
Coordinates41.05869, -83.71018
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJanuary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating40.3 US tons
Inventory rating27.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadOther
Structure length67 ft (20.4 m)
Longest span23 ft (7 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.4 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,476 (2015)
Projected traffic8,989 by 2035
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.7 mi (14 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 224 SR 15 over Br. of Blanchard River built?

It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025.

What condition is Usr 224 SR 15 over Br. of 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 January 2023.

How much traffic does Usr 224 SR 15 over Br. of Blanchard River carry?

About 6,476 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is Usr 224 SR 15 over Br. of Blanchard River?

The structure is 67 ft (20.4 m) long with a longest span of 23 ft (7 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns Usr 224 SR 15 over Br. of Blanchard River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.