US Bridges

SR-368 over Indian Lake Boat Channel

Fair

Logan County, Ohio · 2.02 Mi.N. of Jct. SR-366 · Structure no. 4603524

Built
1991
34 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
164 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,706
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR-368 over Indian Lake Boat Channel is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR-368 over Indian Lake Boat Channel in Logan County, Ohio. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 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 6 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 2,706 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,756 by 2035. The structure is 164 ft (50 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

Location

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CarriesSR-368
CrossesIndian Lake Boat Channel
Location2.02 Mi.N. of Jct. SR-366
RouteState Highway 368
CountyLogan County
StateOhio
Coordinates40.4945, -83.86052
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 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 adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating46.4 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckWood or timber
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length164 ft (50 m)
Longest span62 ft (18.9 m)
Deck width40 ft (12.2 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,706 (2015)
Projected traffic3,756 by 2035
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed98.8 mi (159 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—
NavigationNavigation control on waterway (bridge permit required)

Frequently asked questions

When was SR-368 over Indian Lake Boat Channel built?

It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR-368 over Indian Lake Boat Channel 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does SR-368 over Indian Lake Boat Channel carry?

About 2,706 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is SR-368 over Indian Lake Boat Channel?

The structure is 164 ft (50 m) long with a longest span of 62 ft (18.9 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.

Who owns SR-368 over Indian Lake Boat Channel?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.