SR 57 over Branch of Black River
GoodLorain County, Ohio · .75 MI North of SR 82 · Structure no. 4702581
- Built
- 1963
- 62 years old, rebuilt 2011
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 119 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,270
- 2015 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 57 over Branch of Black River is a concrete continuous slab carrying SR 57 over Branch of Black River in Lorain County, Ohio. It was built in 1963 and reconstructed in 2011, so it is 62 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 6,270 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,703 by 2035. The structure is 119 ft (36.3 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 57 over Branch of Black River built?
It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2011.
What condition is SR 57 over Branch of Black 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does SR 57 over Branch of Black River carry?
About 6,270 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is SR 57 over Branch of Black River?
The structure is 119 ft (36.3 m) long with a longest span of 45 ft (13.7 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.
Who owns SR 57 over Branch of Black River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.