US Bridges

Canal Road over CSX RR Under&ns RR over

Good

Cuyahoga County, Ohio · 370 Ft. NE of W 3rd Str. · Structure no. 1870807

Built
2017
8 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
60 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
6,912
2015 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Canal Road over CSX RR Under&ns RR over is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Canal Road over CSX RR Under&ns RR over in Cuyahoga County, Ohio. It was built in 2017, so it is 8 years old, younger 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 6,912 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,594 by 2035. The structure is 60 ft (18.2 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesCanal Road
CrossesCSX RR Under&ns RR over
Location370 Ft. NE of W 3rd Str.
RouteCity Street CANAL
StateOhio
Coordinates41.48949, -81.68556
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
Deck9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Superstructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating54.7 US tons
Inventory rating42.1 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length60 ft (18.2 m)
Longest span57 ft (17.5 m)
Deck width48 ft (14.7 m)
Roadway width29 ft (8.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deck16 ft (4.9 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,912 (2015)
Projected traffic9,594 by 2035
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Canal Road over CSX RR Under&ns RR over built?

It was built in 2017, making it 8 years old in 2025.

What condition is Canal Road over CSX RR Under&ns RR over 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does Canal Road over CSX RR Under&ns RR over carry?

About 6,912 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Canal Road over CSX RR Under&ns RR over?

The structure is 60 ft (18.2 m) long with a longest span of 57 ft (17.5 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.

Who owns Canal Road over CSX RR Under&ns RR over?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.