US Bridges

EB Tpk Rp to I480 over French Creek

Good

Lorain County, Ohio · 0.9 MI West of RT.10 · Structure no. 4729782

Built
2023
2 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
33 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
8,955
2015 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

EB Tpk Rp to I480 over French Creek is a concrete culvert carrying EB Tpk Rp to I480 over French Creek in Lorain County, Ohio. It was built in 2023, so it is 2 years old, younger 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 8,955 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,430 by 2035. The structure is 33 ft (10 m) long.

Location

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CarriesEB Tpk Rp to I480
CrossesFrench Creek
Location0.9 MI West of RT.10
RouteInterstate 480
CountyLorain County
StateOhio
Coordinates41.37864, -82.00393
Functional classUrban 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 protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour evaluation has not been made
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating46.4 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length33 ft (10 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,955 (2015)
Projected traffic12,430 by 2035
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-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 EB Tpk Rp to I480 over French Creek built?

It was built in 2023, making it 2 years old in 2025.

What condition is EB Tpk Rp to I480 over French 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does EB Tpk Rp to I480 over French Creek carry?

About 8,955 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is EB Tpk Rp to I480 over French Creek?

The structure is 33 ft (10 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.4 m).

Who owns EB Tpk Rp to I480 over French Creek?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.