E. 98th St. over IR-480
FairCuyahoga County, Ohio · 2.0 Mi. W. of Jct. SR-14 · Structure no. 1812556
- Built
- 1977
- 48 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 408 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 16,576
- 2015 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
E. 98th St. over IR-480 is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying E. 98th St. over IR-480 in Cuyahoga County, Ohio. It was built in 1977, so it is 48 years old, older than the Ohio average of 47.3 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 16,576 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 23,007 by 2035. The structure is 408 ft (124.4 m) long and 79 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was E. 98th St. over IR-480 built?
It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025.
What condition is E. 98th St. over IR-480 in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in August 2024.
How much traffic does E. 98th St. over IR-480 carry?
About 16,576 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is E. 98th St. over IR-480?
The structure is 408 ft (124.4 m) long with a longest span of 95 ft (29 m) and a deck 79 ft wide.
Who owns E. 98th St. over IR-480?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.