US Bridges

Dorcas Rd. over Heldman Ditch 2412

Good

Lucas County, Ohio · 0.1 Mi. S. of Nebraska · Structure no. 4832132

Built
1982
43 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
23 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,295
2015 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Dorcas Rd. over Heldman Ditch 2412 is a concrete culvert carrying Dorcas Rd. over Heldman Ditch 2412 in Lucas County, Ohio. It was built in 1982, so it is 43 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 1,295 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,797 by 2035. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesDorcas Rd.
CrossesHeldman Ditch 2412
Location0.1 Mi. S. of Nebraska
RouteCounty Highway T0992
StateOhio
Coordinates41.64541, -83.7015
Functional classUrban Local

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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum 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 loadUnknown
Structure length23 ft (7 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,295 (2015)
Projected traffic1,797 by 2035
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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 Dorcas Rd. over Heldman Ditch 2412 built?

It was built in 1982, making it 43 years old in 2025.

What condition is Dorcas Rd. over Heldman Ditch 2412 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 Dorcas Rd. over Heldman Ditch 2412 carry?

About 1,295 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Dorcas Rd. over Heldman Ditch 2412?

The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Dorcas Rd. over Heldman Ditch 2412?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.