US Bridges

C104D Watkins RD over Hinderer Ditch

Good

Union County, Ohio · 0.2 MI East of Scottslawn · Structure no. 8030367

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
30 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
3,674
2015 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

C104D Watkins RD over Hinderer Ditch is a steel culvert carrying C104D Watkins RD over Hinderer Ditch in Union County, Ohio. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 years old, older 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 3,674 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,100 by 2035. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

Location

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CarriesC104D Watkins RD
CrossesHinderer Ditch
Location0.2 MI East of Scottslawn
RouteCounty Highway C0104
CountyUnion County
StateOhio
Coordinates40.21601, -83.30186
Functional classUrban 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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating107.1 US tons
Inventory rating78.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length30 ft (9.1 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,674 (2015)
Projected traffic5,100 by 2035
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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 C104D Watkins RD over Hinderer Ditch built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.

What condition is C104D Watkins RD over Hinderer 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does C104D Watkins RD over Hinderer Ditch carry?

About 3,674 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is C104D Watkins RD over Hinderer Ditch?

The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns C104D Watkins RD over Hinderer Ditch?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.