US Bridges

SR-48 over Klase Ditch

Good

Shelby County, Ohio · 2.45 MI S of JCT SR-66 · Structure no. 7500947

Built
1998
27 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
35 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,621
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR-48 over Klase Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying SR-48 over Klase Ditch in Shelby County, Ohio. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 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 1,621 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,250 by 2035. The structure is 35 ft (10.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 18 mi (29 km).

CarriesSR-48
CrossesKlase Ditch
Location2.45 MI S of JCT SR-66
RouteState Highway 48
StateOhio
Coordinates40.23491, -84.35709
Functional classRural Major Collector

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.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
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 rating100 US tons
Inventory rating57.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length35 ft (10.8 m)
Longest span33 ft (10.2 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,621 (2015)
Projected traffic2,250 by 2035
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed18 mi (29 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-48 over Klase Ditch built?

It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR-48 over Klase 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 2024.

How much traffic does SR-48 over Klase Ditch carry?

About 1,621 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is SR-48 over Klase Ditch?

The structure is 35 ft (10.8 m) long with a longest span of 33 ft (10.2 m).

Who owns SR-48 over Klase Ditch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.