Shaffer Rd. over Prairie Ditch 0295
GoodLucas County, Ohio · 0.1 Mi. E. of Lathrop Rd. · Structure no. 4831268
- Built
- 1969
- 56 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 67 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 236
- 2015 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Shaffer Rd. over Prairie Ditch 0295 is a concrete continuous slab carrying Shaffer Rd. over Prairie Ditch 0295 in Lucas County, Ohio. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 236 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 328 by 2035. The structure is 67 ft (20.4 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Shaffer Rd. over Prairie Ditch 0295 built?
It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.
What condition is Shaffer Rd. over Prairie Ditch 0295 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does Shaffer Rd. over Prairie Ditch 0295 carry?
About 236 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Shaffer Rd. over Prairie Ditch 0295?
The structure is 67 ft (20.4 m) long with a longest span of 65 ft (19.8 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.
Who owns Shaffer Rd. over Prairie Ditch 0295?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.