US Bridges

Columbus RD CR 256 over Bear Creek

Good

Cuyahoga County, Ohio · 1.2 MI East of I-271 · Structure no. 1830009

Built
2016
9 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Culvert
Aluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
Length
22 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
6,100
2015 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Columbus RD CR 256 over Bear Creek is a aluminum, wrought iron, or cast iron culvert carrying Columbus RD CR 256 over Bear Creek in Cuyahoga County, Ohio. It was built in 2016, so it is 9 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 6,100 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,198 by 2035. The structure is 22 ft (6.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesColumbus RD CR 256
CrossesBear Creek
Location1.2 MI East of I-271
RouteCounty Highway C0265
StateOhio
Coordinates41.40086, -81.51887
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
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating68.9 US tons
Inventory rating63.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialAluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length22 ft (6.8 m)
Longest span21 ft (6.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,100 (2015)
Projected traffic6,198 by 2035
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Columbus RD CR 256 over Bear Creek built?

It was built in 2016, making it 9 years old in 2025.

What condition is Columbus RD CR 256 over Bear Creek 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does Columbus RD CR 256 over Bear Creek carry?

About 6,100 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is Columbus RD CR 256 over Bear Creek?

The structure is 22 ft (6.8 m) long with a longest span of 21 ft (6.5 m).

Who owns Columbus RD CR 256 over Bear Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.