US Bridges

Shaker Blvd CR 13 over Branch Chagrin River

Fair

Cuyahoga County, Ohio · 3000 Ft W of Som Ctr RD · Structure no. 1831755

Built
1992
33 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
36 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
5,490
2018 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Shaker Blvd CR 13 over Branch Chagrin River is a concrete culvert carrying Shaker Blvd CR 13 over Branch Chagrin River in Cuyahoga County, Ohio. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 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 5,490 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,620 by 2038. The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesShaker Blvd CR 13
CrossesBranch Chagrin River
Location3000 Ft W of Som Ctr RD
RouteCounty Highway 13
StateOhio
Coordinates41.47841, -81.44907
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating46.4 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadH 15
Structure length36 ft (11 m)
Longest span32 ft (9.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,490 (2018)
Projected traffic7,620 by 2038
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Shaker Blvd CR 13 over Branch Chagrin River built?

It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.

What condition is Shaker Blvd CR 13 over Branch Chagrin River 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 Shaker Blvd CR 13 over Branch Chagrin River carry?

About 5,490 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Shaker Blvd CR 13 over Branch Chagrin River?

The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long with a longest span of 32 ft (9.8 m).

Who owns Shaker Blvd CR 13 over Branch Chagrin River?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.