US Bridges

SR 61 over Trib of Huron River

Good

Huron County, Ohio · 1.44 Miles N of SR601 · Structure no. 3902137

Built
1949
76 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
26 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
2,774
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 61 over Trib of Huron River is a concrete culvert carrying SR 61 over Trib of Huron River in Huron County, Ohio. It was built in 1949, so it is 76 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 2,774 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,850 by 2035. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesSR 61
CrossesTrib of Huron River
Location1.44 Miles N of SR601
RouteState Highway 61
StateOhio
Coordinates41.27994, -82.54651
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
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 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 alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating46.4 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadH 15
Structure length26 ft (7.9 m)
Longest span23 ft (7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,774 (2015)
Projected traffic3,850 by 2035
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 SR 61 over Trib of Huron River built?

It was built in 1949, making it 76 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 61 over Trib of Huron River 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does SR 61 over Trib of Huron River carry?

About 2,774 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is SR 61 over Trib of Huron River?

The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 23 ft (7 m).

Who owns SR 61 over Trib of Huron River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.