SR 545 over Vermilion River
GoodAshland County, Ohio · .71 MI S US 250 · Structure no. 0305766
- Built
- 1966
- 59 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 86 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,179
- 2015 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 545 over Vermilion River is a concrete continuous slab carrying SR 545 over Vermilion River in Ashland County, Ohio. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 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 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 1,179 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,636 by 2035. The structure is 86 ft (26.2 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 545 over Vermilion River built?
It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 545 over Vermilion River 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 2024.
How much traffic does SR 545 over Vermilion River carry?
About 1,179 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is SR 545 over Vermilion River?
The structure is 86 ft (26.2 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.
Who owns SR 545 over Vermilion River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.