US Bridges

Mlk Blvd 2-2 over Doan Brook

Good

Cuyahoga County, Ohio · S of ST Clair Ave Ramp · Structure no. 1869515

Built
1943
82 years old, rebuilt 2018
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Arch - Deck
Steel
Length
64 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
22,150
2017 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Mlk Blvd 2-2 over Doan Brook is a steel arch - deck carrying Mlk Blvd 2-2 over Doan Brook in Cuyahoga County, Ohio. It was built in 1943 and reconstructed in 2018, so it is 82 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 22,150 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,799 by 2037. The structure is 64 ft (19.5 m) long and 169 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesMlk Blvd 2-2
CrossesDoan Brook
LocationS of ST Clair Ave Ramp
RouteCity Street 4200
StateOhio
Coordinates41.53447, -81.63013
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating92.8 US tons
Inventory rating71.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeArch - Deck
MaterialSteel
DeckCorrugated steel
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length64 ft (19.5 m)
Longest span20 ft (6.1 m)
Deck width169 ft (51.5 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic22,150 (2017)
Projected traffic2,799 by 2037
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusEligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$6,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Mlk Blvd 2-2 over Doan Brook built?

It was built in 1943, making it 82 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2018.

What condition is Mlk Blvd 2-2 over Doan Brook 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does Mlk Blvd 2-2 over Doan Brook carry?

About 22,150 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is Mlk Blvd 2-2 over Doan Brook?

The structure is 64 ft (19.5 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 169 ft wide.

Who owns Mlk Blvd 2-2 over Doan Brook?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.