US Bridges

W Schaaf RD over SR 176 (schaaf)

Good

Cuyahoga County, Ohio · 500 Ft N of 480/176 Inter · Structure no. 1810103

Built
1996
29 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
326 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,769
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

W Schaaf RD over SR 176 (schaaf) is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying W Schaaf RD over SR 176 (schaaf) in Cuyahoga 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 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 3,769 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,231 by 2035. The structure is 326 ft (99.4 m) long and 70 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesW Schaaf RD
CrossesSR 176 (schaaf)
Location500 Ft N of 480/176 Inter
RouteCity Street 7498
CountyCuyahoga County
StateOhio
Coordinates41.42426, -81.68488
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating46.4 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length326 ft (99.4 m)
Longest span123 ft (37.5 m)
Deck width70 ft (21.3 m)
Roadway width52 ft (15.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,769 (2015)
Projected traffic5,231 by 2035
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was W Schaaf RD over SR 176 (schaaf) built?

It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.

What condition is W Schaaf RD over SR 176 (schaaf) 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 W Schaaf RD over SR 176 (schaaf) carry?

About 3,769 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is W Schaaf RD over SR 176 (schaaf)?

The structure is 326 ft (99.4 m) long with a longest span of 123 ft (37.5 m) and a deck 70 ft wide.

Who owns W Schaaf RD over SR 176 (schaaf)?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.