US Bridges

SR 38 over Over Bishop Ditch

Good

Union County, Ohio · 6.03 MI N of SR 16 · Structure no. 8002142

Built
1992
33 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
31 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,484
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 38 over Over Bishop Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying SR 38 over Over Bishop Ditch in Union County, Ohio. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 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 1,484 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,060 by 2038. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 38
CrossesOver Bishop Ditch
Location6.03 MI N of SR 16
RouteState Highway 38
CountyUnion County
StateOhio
Coordinates40.18648, -83.38086
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 protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMay 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 20 + Mod
Structure length31 ft (9.4 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 traffic1,484 (2015)
Projected traffic2,060 by 2038
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 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 38 over Over Bishop Ditch built?

It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 38 over Over Bishop 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does SR 38 over Over Bishop Ditch carry?

About 1,484 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is SR 38 over Over Bishop Ditch?

The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.3 m).

Who owns SR 38 over Over Bishop Ditch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.