US Bridges

I80 Oh Tpk over Ditch

FairPosted for load

Erie County, Ohio · 1.2MI West of Exit 7 · Structure no. 2229358

Built
1954
71 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
28 ft
2 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 40,413 vehicles a day, roughly 27% of them trucks, projected to reach 56,093 by 2035. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long.

Location

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CarriesI80 Oh Tpk
CrossesDitch
Location1.2MI West of Exit 7
RouteInterstate 80
CountyErie County
StateOhio
Coordinates41.32532, -82.62984
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 inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusPosted for load 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 rating68.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length28 ft (8.5 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 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 directionTwo-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 April 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 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns I80 Oh Tpk over Ditch?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.