US Bridges

Usr 224 over Trib SW Br Vermilion Riv

Fair

Huron County, Ohio · 7.44 Miles West of SR 61 · Structure no. 3903362

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
60 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,179
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Usr 224 over Trib SW Br Vermilion Riv is a concrete continuous slab carrying Usr 224 over Trib SW Br Vermilion Riv in Huron County, Ohio. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 years old, older than the Ohio average of 47.3 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 3,179 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,412 by 2035. The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

Location

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CarriesUsr 224
CrossesTrib SW Br Vermilion Riv
Location7.44 Miles West of SR 61
RouteU.S. Route 224
CountyHuron County
StateOhio
Coordinates41.03008, -82.53894
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 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 geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating46.1 US tons
Inventory rating34 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length60 ft (18.3 m)
Longest span23 ft (7 m)
Deck width40 ft (12.2 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,179 (2015)
Projected traffic4,412 by 2035
Trucks20%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 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 224 over Trib SW Br Vermilion Riv built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.

What condition is Usr 224 over Trib SW Br Vermilion Riv in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in March 2024.

How much traffic does Usr 224 over Trib SW Br Vermilion Riv carry?

About 3,179 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.

How long is Usr 224 over Trib SW Br Vermilion Riv?

The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long with a longest span of 23 ft (7 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.

Who owns Usr 224 over Trib SW Br Vermilion Riv?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.