SR 18 over Brinkman Ditch
GoodHenry County, Ohio · 2.07 Mi. West of SR 108 · Structure no. 3500969
- Built
- 1967
- 58 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 54 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 550
- 1975 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 18 over Brinkman Ditch is a concrete continuous slab carrying SR 18 over Brinkman Ditch in Henry County, Ohio. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 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 550 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 763 by 1995. The structure is 54 ft (16.5 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 18 over Brinkman Ditch built?
It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 18 over Brinkman Ditch 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does SR 18 over Brinkman Ditch carry?
About 550 vehicles per day (1975 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is SR 18 over Brinkman Ditch?
The structure is 54 ft (16.5 m) long with a longest span of 18 ft (5.5 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns SR 18 over Brinkman Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.