Twp. Rd. 16B over Ditch 1179 (closed)
PoorClosed to trafficHenry County, Ohio · 0.05 Mi. South of Rd. N · Structure no. 3533530
- Built
- 1916
- 109 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Other
- Steel
- Length
- 35 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 10
- 1951 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Twp. Rd. 16B over Ditch 1179 (closed) is a steel other carrying Twp. Rd. 16B over Ditch 1179 (closed) in Henry County, Ohio. It was built in 1916, so it is 109 years old, older than the Ohio average of 47.3 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 0 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: closed to all traffic.
It carries about 10 vehicles a day, projected to reach 14 by 1971. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long and 18 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 0 Failed | Out of service and beyond corrective action. |
| Superstructure | 0 Failed | Out of service and beyond corrective action. |
| Substructure | 2 Critical | Advanced deterioration of primary structural elements. Bridge may be closed until corrective action is taken. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Twp. Rd. 16B over Ditch 1179 (closed) built?
It was built in 1916, making it 109 years old in 2025.
What condition is Twp. Rd. 16B over Ditch 1179 (closed) in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in September 2024.
How much traffic does Twp. Rd. 16B over Ditch 1179 (closed) carry?
About 10 vehicles per day (1951 count).
How long is Twp. Rd. 16B over Ditch 1179 (closed)?
The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 33 ft (10.1 m) and a deck 18 ft wide.
Who owns Twp. Rd. 16B over Ditch 1179 (closed)?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.