US Bridges

Paul Blazer Prky over Cramer Ditch

Good

Franklin County, Ohio · 110 S of Rings RD · Structure no. 2568934

Built
1991
34 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2023
Type
Frame
Concrete
Length
23 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
5,473
2022 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Paul Blazer Prky over Cramer Ditch is a concrete frame carrying Paul Blazer Prky over Cramer Ditch in Franklin County, Ohio. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 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 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 5,473 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,918 by 2035. The structure is 23 ft (7.1 m) long and 104 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesPaul Blazer Prky
CrossesCramer Ditch
Location110 S of Rings RD
RouteCity Street 2294
StateOhio
Coordinates40.08367, -83.1304
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60.7 US tons
Inventory rating39.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeFrame
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length23 ft (7.1 m)
Longest span21 ft (6.5 m)
Deck width104 ft (31.7 m)
Roadway width62 ft (18.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,473 (2022)
Projected traffic4,918 by 2035
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
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 Paul Blazer Prky over Cramer Ditch built?

It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.

What condition is Paul Blazer Prky over Cramer Ditch 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 September 2023.

How much traffic does Paul Blazer Prky over Cramer Ditch carry?

About 5,473 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is Paul Blazer Prky over Cramer Ditch?

The structure is 23 ft (7.1 m) long with a longest span of 21 ft (6.5 m) and a deck 104 ft wide.

Who owns Paul Blazer Prky over Cramer Ditch?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.