US Bridges

I80 Oh Tpk over Ditch

Fair

Erie County, Ohio · 7.5MI West of Exit 7 · Structure no. 2229064

Built
1954
71 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
46 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
40,413
2015 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

I80 Oh Tpk over Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying I80 Oh Tpk over Ditch in Erie County, Ohio. It was built in 1954, so it is 71 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 6 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 40,413 vehicles a day, roughly 27% of them trucks, projected to reach 56,093 by 2035. The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long.

Location

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CarriesI80 Oh Tpk
CrossesDitch
Location7.5MI West of Exit 7
RouteInterstate 80
CountyErie County
StateOhio
Coordinates41.33833, -82.74833
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating107.1 US tons
Inventory rating98.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length46 ft (14 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic40,413 (2015)
Projected traffic56,093 by 2035
Trucks27%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a toll road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Toll Authority
Maintained byState Toll Authority
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was I80 Oh Tpk over Ditch built?

It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025.

What condition is I80 Oh Tpk over Ditch 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does I80 Oh Tpk over Ditch carry?

About 40,413 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 27% are trucks.

How long is I80 Oh Tpk over Ditch?

The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).

Who owns I80 Oh Tpk over Ditch?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.