US Bridges

Usr 20 & SR 18 over Norwalk Creek

Good

Huron County, Ohio · 1.79 MI E of US250 · Structure no. 3901297

Built
1965
60 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
36 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
4,582
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Usr 20 & SR 18 over Norwalk Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Usr 20 & SR 18 over Norwalk Creek in Huron County, Ohio. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 4,582 vehicles a day, roughly 28% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,360 by 2035. The structure is 36 ft (11.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesUsr 20 & SR 18
CrossesNorwalk Creek
Location1.79 MI E of US250
RouteU.S. Route 20
StateOhio
Coordinates41.23647, -82.57303
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating46.4 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length36 ft (11.1 m)
Longest span16 ft (4.9 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,582 (2015)
Projected traffic6,360 by 2035
Trucks28%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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 Usr 20 & SR 18 over Norwalk Creek built?

It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.

What condition is Usr 20 & SR 18 over Norwalk 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does Usr 20 & SR 18 over Norwalk Creek carry?

About 4,582 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 28% are trucks.

How long is Usr 20 & SR 18 over Norwalk Creek?

The structure is 36 ft (11.1 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m).

Who owns Usr 20 & SR 18 over Norwalk Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.