US Bridges

US-62 over Sonofa Ditch

Good

Madison County, Ohio · 0.57 Miles North of SR-56 · Structure no. 4902084

Built
2006
19 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
31 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
7,392
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-62 over Sonofa Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying US-62 over Sonofa Ditch in Madison County, Ohio. It was built in 2006, so it is 19 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 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 7,392 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,260 by 2035. The structure is 31 ft (9.5 m) long.

CarriesUS-62
CrossesSonofa Ditch
Location0.57 Miles North of SR-56
RouteU.S. Route 62
StateOhio
Coordinates39.72376, -83.25633
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating46.4 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length31 ft (9.5 m)
Longest span28 ft (8.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,392 (2015)
Projected traffic10,260 by 2035
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
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 US-62 over Sonofa Ditch built?

It was built in 2006, making it 19 years old in 2025.

What condition is US-62 over Sonofa 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does US-62 over Sonofa Ditch carry?

About 7,392 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is US-62 over Sonofa Ditch?

The structure is 31 ft (9.5 m) long with a longest span of 28 ft (8.5 m).

Who owns US-62 over Sonofa Ditch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.