US Bridges

SR 12 over Fishe Ditch

Good

Seneca County, Ohio · 1 Mi. E of SR 635 · Structure no. 7400314

Built
2014
11 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
26 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
3,920
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 12 over Fishe Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying SR 12 over Fishe Ditch in Seneca County, Ohio. It was built in 2014, so it is 11 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 9 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 3,920 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,441 by 2035. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.3 mi (31 km).

CarriesSR 12
CrossesFishe Ditch
Location1 Mi. E of SR 635
RouteState Highway 12
StateOhio
Coordinates41.22997, -83.26438
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Operating rating57.1 US tons
Inventory rating42.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length26 ft (7.9 m)
Longest span24 ft (7.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,920 (2015)
Projected traffic5,441 by 2035
Trucks18%
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 12 over Fishe Ditch built?

It was built in 2014, making it 11 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 12 over Fishe 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does SR 12 over Fishe Ditch carry?

About 3,920 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.

How long is SR 12 over Fishe Ditch?

The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.3 m).

Who owns SR 12 over Fishe Ditch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.