US Bridges

Stearns RD over IR-480 (stearns)

Fair

Cuyahoga County, Ohio · 2.5 Mi. W. of Jct. SR-252 · Structure no. 1814036

Built
1980
45 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
284 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
13,060
2002 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Stearns RD over IR-480 (stearns) is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Stearns RD over IR-480 (stearns) in Cuyahoga County, Ohio. It was built in 1980, so it is 45 years old, younger 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 6 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 13,060 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,127 by 2022. The structure is 284 ft (86.6 m) long and 82 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesStearns RD
CrossesIR-480 (stearns)
Location2.5 Mi. W. of Jct. SR-252
RouteCity Street 14627
CountyCuyahoga County
StateOhio
Coordinates41.39598, -81.94402
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being 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 spans4
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length284 ft (86.6 m)
Longest span89 ft (27.1 m)
Deck width82 ft (25.1 m)
Roadway width70 ft (21.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic13,060 (2002)
Projected traffic18,127 by 2022
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 Stearns RD over IR-480 (stearns) built?

It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.

What condition is Stearns RD over IR-480 (stearns) 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does Stearns RD over IR-480 (stearns) carry?

About 13,060 vehicles per day (2002 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Stearns RD over IR-480 (stearns)?

The structure is 284 ft (86.6 m) long with a longest span of 89 ft (27.1 m) and a deck 82 ft wide.

Who owns Stearns RD over IR-480 (stearns)?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.