US Bridges

US 42 over Over Sandusky ST (CR23A)

Good

Delaware County, Ohio · Located Just West of 23 · Structure no. 2101823

Built
2001
24 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
129 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
12,416
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 42 over Over Sandusky ST (CR23A) is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 42 over Over Sandusky ST (CR23A) in Delaware County, Ohio. It was built in 2001, so it is 24 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 12,416 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,233 by 2035. The structure is 129 ft (39.2 m) long and 51 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesUS 42
CrossesOver Sandusky ST (CR23A)
LocationLocated Just West of 23
RouteU.S. Route 42
StateOhio
Coordinates40.27817, -83.0698
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating36.4 US tons
Inventory rating28.2 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length129 ft (39.2 m)
Longest span126 ft (38.5 m)
Deck width51 ft (15.5 m)
Roadway width48 ft (14.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic12,416 (2015)
Projected traffic17,233 by 2035
Trucks17%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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 US 42 over Over Sandusky ST (CR23A) built?

It was built in 2001, making it 24 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 42 over Over Sandusky ST (CR23A) 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 2023.

How much traffic does US 42 over Over Sandusky ST (CR23A) carry?

About 12,416 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.

How long is US 42 over Over Sandusky ST (CR23A)?

The structure is 129 ft (39.2 m) long with a longest span of 126 ft (38.5 m) and a deck 51 ft wide.

Who owns US 42 over Over Sandusky ST (CR23A)?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.