US Bridges

I80 Oh Tpk over Karlis Canyon Creek

Good

Lorain County, Ohio · 10.2 West of Exit 8A · Structure no. 4728777

Built
1954
71 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
20 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
40,573
2015 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

I80 Oh Tpk over Karlis Canyon Creek is a concrete culvert carrying I80 Oh Tpk over Karlis Canyon Creek in Lorain County, Ohio. It was built in 1954, so it is 71 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 40,573 vehicles a day, roughly 27% of them trucks, projected to reach 56,315 by 2035. The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long.

CarriesI80 Oh Tpk
CrossesKarlis Canyon Creek
Location10.2 West of Exit 8A
RouteInterstate 80
StateOhio
Coordinates41.344, -82.34186
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating45 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length20 ft (6.1 m)
Longest span20 ft (6.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic40,573 (2015)
Projected traffic56,315 by 2035
Trucks27%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a toll road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Toll Authority
Maintained byState Toll Authority
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 I80 Oh Tpk over Karlis Canyon Creek built?

It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025.

What condition is I80 Oh Tpk over Karlis Canyon Creek 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does I80 Oh Tpk over Karlis Canyon Creek carry?

About 40,573 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 27% are trucks.

How long is I80 Oh Tpk over Karlis Canyon Creek?

The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m).

Who owns I80 Oh Tpk over Karlis Canyon Creek?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.