US Bridges

Spafford RD CR 316 over East Br Rocky River

Good

Cuyahoga County, Ohio · 560 Ft NW of Ruple RD · Structure no. 1832549

Built
2003
22 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
107 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,949
2015 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Spafford RD CR 316 over East Br Rocky River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Spafford RD CR 316 over East Br Rocky River in Cuyahoga County, Ohio. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 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 1,949 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,705 by 2035. The structure is 107 ft (32.6 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesSpafford RD CR 316
CrossesEast Br Rocky River
Location560 Ft NW of Ruple RD
RouteCounty Highway 316
StateOhio
Coordinates41.39624, -81.88124
Functional classUrban Local

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating58.5 US tons
Inventory rating16.8 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length107 ft (32.6 m)
Longest span105 ft (32 m)
Deck width40 ft (12.2 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,949 (2015)
Projected traffic2,705 by 2035
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 Spafford RD CR 316 over East Br Rocky River built?

It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.

What condition is Spafford RD CR 316 over East Br Rocky River 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does Spafford RD CR 316 over East Br Rocky River carry?

About 1,949 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Spafford RD CR 316 over East Br Rocky River?

The structure is 107 ft (32.6 m) long with a longest span of 105 ft (32 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.

Who owns Spafford RD CR 316 over East Br Rocky River?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.