US Bridges

Tpk Exit 145 Ramp over SR 57

Good

Lorain County, Ohio · 2.3MI East of Exit 8A · Structure no. 4729544

Built
1954
71 years old, rebuilt 1986
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
161 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
4,430
1979 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

Tpk Exit 145 Ramp over SR 57 is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Tpk Exit 145 Ramp over SR 57 in Lorain County, Ohio. It was built in 1954 and reconstructed in 1986, 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 4,430 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 56,472 by 1999. The structure is 161 ft (49.1 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesTpk Exit 145 Ramp
CrossesSR 57
Location2.3MI East of Exit 8A
RouteState Highway 57
StateOhio
Coordinates41.39139, -82.11698
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

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.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating57.1 US tons
Inventory rating32.2 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length161 ft (49.1 m)
Longest span52 ft (15.9 m)
Deck width34 ft (10.4 m)
Roadway width31 ft (9.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,430 (1979)
Projected traffic56,472 by 1999
Trucks25%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Tpk Exit 145 Ramp over SR 57 built?

It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1986.

What condition is Tpk Exit 145 Ramp over SR 57 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 145 Ramp over SR 57 carry?

About 4,430 vehicles per day (1979 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.

How long is Tpk Exit 145 Ramp over SR 57?

The structure is 161 ft (49.1 m) long with a longest span of 52 ft (15.9 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.

Who owns Tpk Exit 145 Ramp over SR 57?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.