US Bridges

Riverview RD CR 96 over Creek to Cuyahoga River

Fair

Cuyahoga County, Ohio · 247 Ft N. of Wiese Road · Structure no. 1834673

Built
1937
88 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
23 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
905
2015 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Riverview RD CR 96 over Creek to Cuyahoga River is a concrete culvert carrying Riverview RD CR 96 over Creek to Cuyahoga River in Cuyahoga County, Ohio. It was built in 1937, 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 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 905 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,256 by 2035. The structure is 23 ft (6.9 m) long.

Location

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CarriesRiverview RD CR 96
CrossesCreek to Cuyahoga River
Location247 Ft N. of Wiese Road
RouteCity Street 96
CountyCuyahoga County
StateOhio
Coordinates41.33843, -81.60289
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

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 protection2 CriticalAdvanced deterioration of primary structural elements. Bridge may be closed until corrective action is taken.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating50.7 US tons
Inventory rating38.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadH 15
Structure length23 ft (6.9 m)
Longest span22 ft (6.6 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic905 (2015)
Projected traffic1,256 by 2035
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
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 proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$70,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Riverview RD CR 96 over Creek to Cuyahoga River built?

It was built in 1937, making it 88 years old in 2025.

What condition is Riverview RD CR 96 over Creek to Cuyahoga 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does Riverview RD CR 96 over Creek to Cuyahoga River carry?

About 905 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is Riverview RD CR 96 over Creek to Cuyahoga River?

The structure is 23 ft (6.9 m) long with a longest span of 22 ft (6.6 m).

Who owns Riverview RD CR 96 over Creek to Cuyahoga River?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.