US Bridges

Patch RD over Hershberger Creek

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Geauga County, Ohio · .81MI. E of SR700 · Structure no. 2830442

Built
1990
35 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
36 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
233
2017 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Patch RD over Hershberger Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Patch RD over Hershberger Creek in Geauga County, Ohio. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 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 233 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 323 by 2037. The structure is 36 ft (10.9 m) long and 25 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesPatch RD
CrossesHershberger Creek
Location.81MI. E of SR700
RouteCounty Highway T0205
CountyGeauga County
StateOhio
Coordinates41.40807, -81.1299
Functional classRural Local

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 inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating37.5 US tons
Inventory rating22.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckCorrugated steel
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length36 ft (10.9 m)
Longest span32 ft (9.9 m)
Deck width25 ft (7.6 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic233 (2017)
Projected traffic323 by 2037
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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 Patch RD over Hershberger Creek built?

It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.

What condition is Patch RD over Hershberger Creek 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does Patch RD over Hershberger Creek carry?

About 233 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is Patch RD over Hershberger Creek?

The structure is 36 ft (10.9 m) long with a longest span of 32 ft (9.9 m) and a deck 25 ft wide.

Who owns Patch RD over Hershberger Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.