US Bridges

SR 274 over Baughman Ditch

Good

Logan County, Ohio · .33M E.Of She CO Line · Structure no. 4602501

Built
1979
46 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
3,535
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 274 over Baughman Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying SR 274 over Baughman Ditch in Logan County, Ohio. It was built in 1979, so it is 46 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 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 3,535 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,907 by 2035. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.3 mi (23 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 274
CrossesBaughman Ditch
Location.33M E.Of She CO Line
RouteState Highway 274
CountyLogan County
StateOhio
Coordinates40.43932, -83.99575
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating46.4 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,535 (2015)
Projected traffic4,907 by 2035
Trucks20%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed14.3 mi (23 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 SR 274 over Baughman Ditch built?

It was built in 1979, making it 46 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 274 over Baughman 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does SR 274 over Baughman Ditch carry?

About 3,535 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.

How long is SR 274 over Baughman Ditch?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns SR 274 over Baughman Ditch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.