US Bridges

Columbus RD CR 356 over Cuyahoga River

Good

Cuyahoga County, Ohio · 2939 Ft. North of W.25th · Structure no. 1833758

Built
1939
86 years old, rebuilt 2014
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Movable - Lift
Steel
Length
347 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
3,580
2015 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Columbus RD CR 356 over Cuyahoga River is a steel movable - lift carrying Columbus RD CR 356 over Cuyahoga River in Cuyahoga County, Ohio. It was built in 1939 and reconstructed in 2014, so it is 86 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 3,580 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,969 by 2035. The structure is 347 ft (105.9 m) long and 59 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesColumbus RD CR 356
CrossesCuyahoga River
Location2939 Ft. North of W.25th
RouteCity Street 14642
StateOhio
Coordinates41.48837, -81.7004
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating76.4 US tons
Inventory rating45.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeMovable - Lift
MaterialSteel
DeckOpen grating
Main spans6
Design loadH 20
Structure length347 ft (105.9 m)
Longest span242 ft (73.7 m)
Deck width59 ft (17.9 m)
Roadway width42 ft (12.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deck15 ft (4.6 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,580 (2015)
Projected traffic4,969 by 2035
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusEligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNavigation control on waterway (bridge permit required)

Frequently asked questions

When was Columbus RD CR 356 over Cuyahoga River built?

It was built in 1939, making it 86 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2014.

What condition is Columbus RD CR 356 over Cuyahoga 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does Columbus RD CR 356 over Cuyahoga River carry?

About 3,580 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Columbus RD CR 356 over Cuyahoga River?

The structure is 347 ft (105.9 m) long with a longest span of 242 ft (73.7 m) and a deck 59 ft wide.

Who owns Columbus RD CR 356 over Cuyahoga River?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.