US Bridges

I80 Oh Tpk WB over NS RR

Fair

Lucas County, Ohio · 7.3MI West of Exit 59 · Structure no. 4829360

Built
1954
71 years old, rebuilt 1987
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
347 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
11,962
2015 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

I80 Oh Tpk WB over NS RR is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I80 Oh Tpk WB over NS RR in Lucas County, Ohio. It was built in 1954 and reconstructed in 1987, 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 11,962 vehicles a day, roughly 44% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,603 by 2035. The structure is 347 ft (105.8 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesI80 Oh Tpk WB
CrossesNS RR
Location7.3MI West of Exit 59
RouteInterstate 80K
CountyLucas County
StateOhio
Coordinates41.60216, -83.80813
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.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
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 geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating106.5 US tons
Inventory rating63.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length347 ft (105.8 m)
Longest span117 ft (35.7 m)
Deck width40 ft (12.3 m)
Roadway width37 ft (11.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic11,962 (2015)
Projected traffic16,603 by 2035
Trucks44%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 I80 Oh Tpk WB over NS RR built?

It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1987.

What condition is I80 Oh Tpk WB over NS RR 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 I80 Oh Tpk WB over NS RR carry?

About 11,962 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 44% are trucks.

How long is I80 Oh Tpk WB over NS RR?

The structure is 347 ft (105.8 m) long with a longest span of 117 ft (35.7 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.

Who owns I80 Oh Tpk WB over NS RR?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.