US Bridges

Tpk Exit 152 Ramp over Chestnut Ridge RD

Fair

Lorain County, Ohio · 0.2MI West of Exit 9 · Structure no. 4729854

Built
1954
71 years old, rebuilt 1984
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
100 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,580
1972 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

Tpk Exit 152 Ramp over Chestnut Ridge RD is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Tpk Exit 152 Ramp over Chestnut Ridge RD in Lorain County, Ohio. It was built in 1954 and reconstructed in 1984, 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 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 1,580 vehicles a day, projected to reach 2,193 by 1992. The structure is 100 ft (30.5 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

Location

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CarriesTpk Exit 152 Ramp
CrossesChestnut Ridge RD
Location0.2MI West of Exit 9
RouteInterstate 80K
CountyLorain County
StateOhio
Coordinates41.37876, -81.99136
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

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.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating81.5 US tons
Inventory rating48.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length100 ft (30.5 m)
Longest span38 ft (11.6 m)
Deck width30 ft (9.2 m)
Roadway width27 ft (8.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,580 (1972)
Projected traffic2,193 by 1992
Trucks—
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 km)
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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Tpk Exit 152 Ramp over Chestnut Ridge RD built?

It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1984.

What condition is Tpk Exit 152 Ramp over Chestnut Ridge RD 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does Tpk Exit 152 Ramp over Chestnut Ridge RD carry?

About 1,580 vehicles per day (1972 count).

How long is Tpk Exit 152 Ramp over Chestnut Ridge RD?

The structure is 100 ft (30.5 m) long with a longest span of 38 ft (11.6 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.

Who owns Tpk Exit 152 Ramp over Chestnut Ridge RD?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.