West 53 ST over NS & Gcrta
GoodCuyahoga County, Ohio · South Off Lorain Ave-W 53 · Structure no. 1866702
- Built
- 1920
- 105 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 137 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,737
- 2015 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
West 53 ST over NS & Gcrta is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying West 53 ST over NS & Gcrta in Cuyahoga County, Ohio. It was built in 1920, so it is 105 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 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 6,737 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,351 by 2035. The structure is 137 ft (41.9 m) long and 55 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was West 53 ST over NS & Gcrta built?
It was built in 1920, making it 105 years old in 2025.
What condition is West 53 ST over NS & Gcrta 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does West 53 ST over NS & Gcrta carry?
About 6,737 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is West 53 ST over NS & Gcrta?
The structure is 137 ft (41.9 m) long with a longest span of 47 ft (14.4 m) and a deck 55 ft wide.
Who owns West 53 ST over NS & Gcrta?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.