US Bridges

Grayton RD over IR-480 (grayton)

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Cuyahoga County, Ohio · 1.27 Mi. W. of Jct. I-71 · Structure no. 1814184

Built
1980
45 years old, rebuilt 2021
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
378 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
19,658
2016 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Grayton RD over IR-480 (grayton) is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Grayton RD over IR-480 (grayton) in Cuyahoga County, Ohio. It was built in 1980 and reconstructed in 2021, 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 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 19,658 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 27,285 by 2038. The structure is 378 ft (115.2 m) long and 72 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesGrayton RD
CrossesIR-480 (grayton)
Location1.27 Mi. W. of Jct. I-71
RouteCity Street 1844
CountyCuyahoga County
StateOhio
Coordinates41.42153, -81.84278
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating35.7 US tons
Inventory rating25 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length378 ft (115.2 m)
Longest span119 ft (36.3 m)
Deck width72 ft (22 m)
Roadway width56 ft (17.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic19,658 (2016)
Projected traffic27,285 by 2038
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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 Grayton RD over IR-480 (grayton) built?

It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2021.

What condition is Grayton RD over IR-480 (grayton) 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does Grayton RD over IR-480 (grayton) carry?

About 19,658 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Grayton RD over IR-480 (grayton)?

The structure is 378 ft (115.2 m) long with a longest span of 119 ft (36.3 m) and a deck 72 ft wide.

Who owns Grayton RD over IR-480 (grayton)?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.