US Bridges

Han CO RD 15 over George Wilch Ditch

Fair

Hancock County, Ohio · 0.21 MI N CR 29 · Structure no. 3235645

Built
1987
38 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Frame
Concrete
Length
26 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,682
2021 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Han CO RD 15 over George Wilch Ditch is a concrete frame carrying Han CO RD 15 over George Wilch Ditch in Hancock County, Ohio. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 years old, younger than the Ohio average of 47.3 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 1,682 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 911 by 2041. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesHan CO RD 15
CrossesGeorge Wilch Ditch
Location0.21 MI N CR 29
RouteCounty Highway 15
CountyHancock County
StateOhio
Coordinates40.881, -83.88031
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating61.1 US tons
Inventory rating36.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeFrame
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length26 ft (7.9 m)
Longest span24 ft (7.3 m)
Deck width36 ft (11 m)
Roadway width36 ft (11 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,682 (2021)
Projected traffic911 by 2041
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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 Han CO RD 15 over George Wilch Ditch built?

It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.

What condition is Han CO RD 15 over George Wilch Ditch in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in October 2024.

How much traffic does Han CO RD 15 over George Wilch Ditch carry?

About 1,682 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is Han CO RD 15 over George Wilch Ditch?

The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.3 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.

Who owns Han CO RD 15 over George Wilch Ditch?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.