US Bridges

SR 412 over Scherz Ditch

Fair

Sandusky County, Ohio · 2.75 Mi. South of SR 101 · Structure no. 7203063

Built
1964
61 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
54 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,870
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 412 over Scherz Ditch is a concrete continuous slab carrying SR 412 over Scherz Ditch in Sandusky County, Ohio. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 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 1,870 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,596 by 2038. The structure is 54 ft (16.5 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.3 mi (31 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 412
CrossesScherz Ditch
Location2.75 Mi. South of SR 101
RouteState Highway 412
CountySandusky County
StateOhio
Coordinates41.37626, -82.89913
Functional classRural Major 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.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating45.7 US tons
Inventory rating27.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length54 ft (16.5 m)
Longest span20 ft (6.1 m)
Deck width32 ft (9.8 m)
Roadway width32 ft (9.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,870 (2018)
Projected traffic2,596 by 2038
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed19.3 mi (31 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 412 over Scherz Ditch built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 412 over Scherz Ditch 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does SR 412 over Scherz Ditch carry?

About 1,870 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is SR 412 over Scherz Ditch?

The structure is 54 ft (16.5 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.

Who owns SR 412 over Scherz Ditch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.