US Bridges

SR 57 over Black River

Good

Lorain County, Ohio · 1.8 Mi.S.Of Oh.Turnpike · Structure no. 4702832

Built
2004
21 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
476 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
21,990
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 57 over Black River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 57 over Black River in Lorain County, Ohio. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 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 21,990 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 30,522 by 2035. The structure is 476 ft (145.2 m) long and 103 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesSR 57
CrossesBlack River
Location1.8 Mi.S.Of Oh.Turnpike
RouteState Highway 57
StateOhio
Coordinates41.38339, -82.1029
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
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36.8 US tons
Inventory rating16.4 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length476 ft (145.2 m)
Longest span158 ft (48.2 m)
Deck width103 ft (31.5 m)
Roadway width98 ft (29.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic21,990 (2015)
Projected traffic30,522 by 2035
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure6
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 SR 57 over Black River built?

It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 57 over 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 Black River carry?

About 21,990 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is SR 57 over Black River?

The structure is 476 ft (145.2 m) long with a longest span of 158 ft (48.2 m) and a deck 103 ft wide.

Who owns SR 57 over Black River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.