Ir 480 over Rocky River
FairCuyahoga County, Ohio · 2.07 Mi. W. of Jct. I-71 · Structure no. 1812831
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Girder and Floorbeam System
- Steel
- Length
- 1,571 ft
- 9 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 109,150
- 2015 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ir 480 over Rocky River is a steel girder and floorbeam system carrying Ir 480 over Rocky River in Cuyahoga 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 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 109,150 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 151,500 by 2035. The structure is 1,571 ft (478.8 m) long and 144 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Ir 480 over Rocky River built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is Ir 480 over Rocky River 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does Ir 480 over Rocky River carry?
About 109,150 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Ir 480 over Rocky River?
The structure is 1,571 ft (478.8 m) long with a longest span of 200 ft (61 m) and a deck 144 ft wide.
Who owns Ir 480 over Rocky River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.