US Bridges

Parsons RD over Black River

Good

Lorain County, Ohio · 0.24 Miles East of Hale · Structure no. 4730001

Built
2016
9 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
134 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
2,850
2015 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Parsons RD over Black River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Parsons RD over Black River in Lorain County, Ohio. It was built in 2016, so it is 9 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 9 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 2,850 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,705 by 2035. The structure is 134 ft (40.8 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

CarriesParsons RD
CrossesBlack River
Location0.24 Miles East of Hale
RouteCounty Highway T0015
StateOhio
Coordinates41.27944, -82.1625
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Superstructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Substructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations on dry land well above flood water elevations
Structural evaluation9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating64.3 US tons
Inventory rating42.9 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckOther
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length134 ft (40.8 m)
Longest span126 ft (38.4 m)
Deck width24 ft (7.3 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,850 (2015)
Projected traffic3,705 by 2035
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
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 Parsons RD over Black River built?

It was built in 2016, making it 9 years old in 2025.

What condition is Parsons RD over Black River 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does Parsons RD over Black River carry?

About 2,850 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is Parsons RD over Black River?

The structure is 134 ft (40.8 m) long with a longest span of 126 ft (38.4 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.

Who owns Parsons RD over Black River?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.