SR 162 over West Br Black River
FairLorain County, Ohio · 1.48 MI E of Hur CO Line · Structure no. 4705823
- Built
- 1966
- 59 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 80 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 873
- 2015 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 162 over West Br Black River is a concrete continuous slab carrying SR 162 over West Br Black River in Lorain County, Ohio. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 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 6 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 873 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,212 by 2035. The structure is 80 ft (24.4 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 162 over West Br Black River built?
It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 162 over West Br Black River 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does SR 162 over West Br Black River carry?
About 873 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is SR 162 over West Br Black River?
The structure is 80 ft (24.4 m) long with a longest span of 28 ft (8.5 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.
Who owns SR 162 over West Br Black River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.