US Bridges

SR 64 over Neiss Ditch 157

Fair

Lucas County, Ohio · 0.68 Mi. S. of Usr 20A · Structure no. 4802551

Built
1962
63 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2025
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
73 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,952
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 64 over Neiss Ditch 157 is a concrete continuous slab carrying SR 64 over Neiss Ditch 157 in Lucas County, Ohio. It was built in 1962, so it is 63 years old, older 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 3,952 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,485 by 2035. The structure is 73 ft (22.3 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 13 mi (21 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 64
CrossesNeiss Ditch 157
Location0.68 Mi. S. of Usr 20A
RouteState Highway 64
CountyLucas County
StateOhio
Coordinates41.57168, -83.87328
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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 2025
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 geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating32.2 US tons
Inventory rating25 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length73 ft (22.3 m)
Longest span28 ft (8.5 m)
Deck width36 ft (11 m)
Roadway width36 ft (11 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,952 (2015)
Projected traffic5,485 by 2035
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed13 mi (21 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 64 over Neiss Ditch 157 built?

It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 64 over Neiss Ditch 157 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 January 2025.

How much traffic does SR 64 over Neiss Ditch 157 carry?

About 3,952 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is SR 64 over Neiss Ditch 157?

The structure is 73 ft (22.3 m) long with a longest span of 28 ft (8.5 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.

Who owns SR 64 over Neiss Ditch 157?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.