Parsons Rd. over Black River Parsons Rd.
GoodLorain County, Ohio · .31MI.WEST of SR · Structure no. 4738527
- Built
- 1910
- 115 years old, rebuilt 2002
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Truss - Thru
- Steel
- Length
- 115 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 3,233
- 2015 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Parsons Rd. over Black River Parsons Rd. is a steel truss - thru carrying Parsons Rd. over Black River Parsons Rd. in Lorain County, Ohio. It was built in 1910 and reconstructed in 2002, so it is 115 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 3,233 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,487 by 2035. The structure is 115 ft (35.1 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Parsons Rd. over Black River Parsons Rd. built?
It was built in 1910, making it 115 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2002.
What condition is Parsons Rd. over Black River Parsons 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does Parsons Rd. over Black River Parsons Rd. carry?
About 3,233 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is Parsons Rd. over Black River Parsons Rd.?
The structure is 115 ft (35.1 m) long with a longest span of 105 ft (32 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.
Who owns Parsons Rd. over Black River Parsons Rd.?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.