US Bridges

Snow Road CR 87 over Big Creek

Fair

Cuyahoga County, Ohio · 638 Ft E. of Hauserman RD · Structure no. 1835300

Built
1991
34 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
41 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
10,295
2015 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Snow Road CR 87 over Big Creek is a steel culvert carrying Snow Road CR 87 over Big Creek in Cuyahoga County, Ohio. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 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 10,295 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,289 by 2035. The structure is 41 ft (12.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesSnow Road CR 87
CrossesBig Creek
Location638 Ft E. of Hauserman RD
RouteCounty Highway C0087
StateOhio
Coordinates41.40492, -81.75547
Functional classUrban Other Principal 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 protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMay 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
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length41 ft (12.6 m)
Longest span39 ft (12 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10,295 (2015)
Projected traffic14,289 by 2035
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
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 Snow Road CR 87 over Big Creek built?

It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.

What condition is Snow Road CR 87 over Big Creek 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does Snow Road CR 87 over Big Creek carry?

About 10,295 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is Snow Road CR 87 over Big Creek?

The structure is 41 ft (12.6 m) long with a longest span of 39 ft (12 m).

Who owns Snow Road CR 87 over Big Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.