US Bridges

Pl Valley RD CR 39 over Countrymans Creek

Good

Cuyahoga County, Ohio · 5263 East of York Road · Structure no. 1832514

Built
2005
20 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
36 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
17,753
2015 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Pl Valley RD CR 39 over Countrymans Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Pl Valley RD CR 39 over Countrymans Creek in Cuyahoga County, Ohio. It was built in 2005, so it is 20 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 17,753 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 24,641 by 2035. The structure is 36 ft (10.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesPl Valley RD CR 39
CrossesCountrymans Creek
Location5263 East of York Road
RouteCounty Highway 39
StateOhio
Coordinates41.36386, -81.74052
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating86.1 US tons
Inventory rating58.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length36 ft (10.9 m)
Longest span34 ft (10.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic17,753 (2015)
Projected traffic24,641 by 2035
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Pl Valley RD CR 39 over Countrymans Creek built?

It was built in 2005, making it 20 years old in 2025.

What condition is Pl Valley RD CR 39 over Countrymans 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does Pl Valley RD CR 39 over Countrymans Creek carry?

About 17,753 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is Pl Valley RD CR 39 over Countrymans Creek?

The structure is 36 ft (10.9 m) long with a longest span of 34 ft (10.5 m).

Who owns Pl Valley RD CR 39 over Countrymans Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.