US Bridges

SR 303 over E Br of Black River

Fair

Lorain County, Ohio · 2.06 Miles East of SR 301 · Structure no. 4707117

Built
1967
58 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
211 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,986
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 303 over E Br of Black River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 303 over E Br of Black River in Lorain County, Ohio. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 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 2,986 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,145 by 2035. The structure is 211 ft (64.3 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 303
CrossesE Br of Black River
Location2.06 Miles East of SR 301
RouteState Highway 303
CountyLorain County
StateOhio
Coordinates41.23739, -82.08043
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating53.6 US tons
Inventory rating32.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length211 ft (64.3 m)
Longest span78 ft (23.8 m)
Deck width32 ft (9.9 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,986 (2015)
Projected traffic4,145 by 2035
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$11,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 303 over E Br of Black River built?

It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 303 over E Br of 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does SR 303 over E Br of Black River carry?

About 2,986 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is SR 303 over E Br of Black River?

The structure is 211 ft (64.3 m) long with a longest span of 78 ft (23.8 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.

Who owns SR 303 over E Br of Black River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.