SR 47 over Ottawa Ditch
GoodUnion County, Ohio · 01.7 MI E.Of SR37 · Structure no. 8002681
- Built
- 1996
- 29 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 27 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 1,630
- 2015 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 47 over Ottawa Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying SR 47 over Ottawa Ditch in Union County, Ohio. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 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 1,630 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,262 by 2035. The structure is 27 ft (8.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 47 over Ottawa Ditch built?
It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 47 over Ottawa 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 SR 47 over Ottawa Ditch carry?
About 1,630 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is SR 47 over Ottawa Ditch?
The structure is 27 ft (8.1 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m).
Who owns SR 47 over Ottawa Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.