US Bridges

I80 Tpk over SR 61&CEYLON-NORWLK RD

Good

Erie County, Ohio · 5.9MI East of Exit 118 · Structure no. 2229730

Built
1954
71 years old, rebuilt 1997
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
118 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
40,573
2015 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

I80 Tpk over SR 61&CEYLON-NORWLK RD is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I80 Tpk over SR 61&CEYLON-NORWLK RD in Erie County, Ohio. It was built in 1954 and reconstructed in 1997, 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 good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 40,573 vehicles a day, roughly 27% of them trucks, projected to reach 56,315 by 2035. The structure is 118 ft (36 m) long and 138 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesI80 Tpk
CrossesSR 61&CEYLON-NORWLK RD
Location5.9MI East of Exit 118
RouteInterstate 80
StateOhio
Coordinates41.32889, -82.49372
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60.7 US tons
Inventory rating36.4 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length118 ft (36 m)
Longest span48 ft (14.6 m)
Deck width138 ft (42 m)
Roadway width135 ft (41.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic40,573 (2015)
Projected traffic56,315 by 2035
Trucks27%
Lanes on structure7
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was I80 Tpk over SR 61&CEYLON-NORWLK RD built?

It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1997.

What condition is I80 Tpk over SR 61&CEYLON-NORWLK RD 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does I80 Tpk over SR 61&CEYLON-NORWLK RD carry?

About 40,573 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 27% are trucks.

How long is I80 Tpk over SR 61&CEYLON-NORWLK RD?

The structure is 118 ft (36 m) long with a longest span of 48 ft (14.6 m) and a deck 138 ft wide.

Who owns I80 Tpk over SR 61&CEYLON-NORWLK RD?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.