Tpk Exit 142 Ramp over West Ridge RD
GoodLorain County, Ohio · 0.2 Mile West Exit 8A · Structure no. 4729277
- Built
- 1974
- 51 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 172 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,821
- 2015 count
- Owner
- Toll Authority
- State Toll Authority
About this bridge
Tpk Exit 142 Ramp over West Ridge RD is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Tpk Exit 142 Ramp over West Ridge RD in Lorain County, Ohio. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 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 7,821 vehicles a day, roughly 28% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,856 by 2035. The structure is 172 ft (52.4 m) long and 40 ft wide.
Location
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Tpk Exit 142 Ramp over West Ridge RD built?
It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.
What condition is Tpk Exit 142 Ramp over West Ridge RD 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 Tpk Exit 142 Ramp over West Ridge RD carry?
About 7,821 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 28% are trucks.
How long is Tpk Exit 142 Ramp over West Ridge RD?
The structure is 172 ft (52.4 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.3 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.
Who owns Tpk Exit 142 Ramp over West Ridge RD?
It is owned by the State Toll Authority.