US Bridges

Rockside RD CR 53 over Cvnr Rr/Access RD

Fair

Cuyahoga County, Ohio · 1215 Ft W of Canal RD · Structure no. 1830260

Built
1964
61 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
177 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
19,339
2015 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Rockside RD CR 53 over Cvnr Rr/Access RD is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Rockside RD CR 53 over Cvnr Rr/Access RD in Cuyahoga County, Ohio. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 19,339 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 26,843 by 2035. The structure is 177 ft (54.1 m) long and 62 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesRockside RD CR 53
CrossesCvnr Rr/Access RD
Location1215 Ft W of Canal RD
RouteCounty Highway 53
CountyCuyahoga County
StateOhio
Coordinates41.39389, -81.63133
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
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 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 geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating56.8 US tons
Inventory rating44 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length177 ft (54.1 m)
Longest span75 ft (22.9 m)
Deck width62 ft (19 m)
Roadway width52 ft (15.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic19,339 (2015)
Projected traffic26,843 by 2035
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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 Rockside RD CR 53 over Cvnr Rr/Access RD built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.

What condition is Rockside RD CR 53 over Cvnr Rr/Access RD 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 Rockside RD CR 53 over Cvnr Rr/Access RD carry?

About 19,339 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is Rockside RD CR 53 over Cvnr Rr/Access RD?

The structure is 177 ft (54.1 m) long with a longest span of 75 ft (22.9 m) and a deck 62 ft wide.

Who owns Rockside RD CR 53 over Cvnr Rr/Access RD?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.