US Bridges

Usr 6 over Vermilion River

Fair

Erie County, Ohio · .60 MI W Lor. Co. Line · Structure no. 2202344

Built
1928
97 years old, rebuilt 1986
Condition
Fair
inspected September 2024
Type
Truss - Thru
Steel
Length
248 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
15,119
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Usr 6 over Vermilion River is a steel truss - thru carrying Usr 6 over Vermilion River in Erie County, Ohio. It was built in 1928 and reconstructed in 1986, so it is 97 years old, older 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 5 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 15,119 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 20,985 by 2035. The structure is 248 ft (75.6 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.2 mi (26 km).

Location

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CarriesUsr 6
CrossesVermilion River
Location.60 MI W Lor. Co. Line
RouteU.S. Route 6
CountyErie County
StateOhio
Coordinates41.42219, -82.35877
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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations on dry land well above flood water elevations
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating42.1 US tons
Inventory rating25.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTruss - Thru
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length248 ft (75.6 m)
Longest span243 ft (74.1 m)
Deck width36 ft (11 m)
Roadway width35 ft (10.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deck15 ft (4.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic15,119 (2015)
Projected traffic20,985 by 2035
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed16.2 mi (26 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$400,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Usr 6 over Vermilion River built?

It was built in 1928, making it 97 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1986.

What condition is Usr 6 over Vermilion River 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does Usr 6 over Vermilion River carry?

About 15,119 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Usr 6 over Vermilion River?

The structure is 248 ft (75.6 m) long with a longest span of 243 ft (74.1 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.

Who owns Usr 6 over Vermilion River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.