US Bridges

I80 Oh Tpk over Wiregrass Ditch

Good

Lucas County, Ohio · 8.3 MI West of Exit 59 · Structure no. 4829298

Built
1954
71 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
23 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
23,924
2015 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

I80 Oh Tpk over Wiregrass Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying I80 Oh Tpk over Wiregrass Ditch in Lucas County, Ohio. It was built in 1954, 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 23,924 vehicles a day, roughly 44% of them trucks, projected to reach 33,207 by 2035. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long.

Location

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CarriesI80 Oh Tpk
CrossesWiregrass Ditch
Location8.3 MI West of Exit 59
RouteInterstate 80K
CountyLucas County
StateOhio
Coordinates41.60144, -83.82891
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 protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating46.4 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length23 ft (7 m)
Longest span21 ft (6.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic23,924 (2015)
Projected traffic33,207 by 2035
Trucks44%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-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 I80 Oh Tpk over Wiregrass Ditch built?

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

What condition is I80 Oh Tpk over Wiregrass Ditch 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 I80 Oh Tpk over Wiregrass Ditch carry?

About 23,924 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 44% are trucks.

How long is I80 Oh Tpk over Wiregrass Ditch?

The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 21 ft (6.4 m).

Who owns I80 Oh Tpk over Wiregrass Ditch?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.