Solon Road CR 51 over Bear Creek
GoodCuyahoga County, Ohio · 2460 Ft E. of Northfield · Structure no. 1830805
- Built
- 1937
- 88 years old, rebuilt 1972
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Frame
- Concrete
- Length
- 36 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 5,930
- 2015 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Solon Road CR 51 over Bear Creek is a concrete frame carrying Solon Road CR 51 over Bear Creek in Cuyahoga County, Ohio. It was built in 1937 and reconstructed in 1972, so it is 88 years old, older 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 5,930 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,231 by 2035. The structure is 36 ft (11.1 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Solon Road CR 51 over Bear Creek built?
It was built in 1937, making it 88 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1972.
What condition is Solon Road CR 51 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does Solon Road CR 51 over Bear Creek carry?
About 5,930 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is Solon Road CR 51 over Bear Creek?
The structure is 36 ft (11.1 m) long with a longest span of 34 ft (10.4 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns Solon Road CR 51 over Bear Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.