US Bridges

I80 Oh Tpk over Cairl Ditch

Poor

Lucas County, Ohio · 4 MI West of Exit 59 · Structure no. 4829476

Built
1954
71 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
25 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
24,423
2015 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

I80 Oh Tpk over Cairl Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying I80 Oh Tpk over Cairl 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 poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

It carries about 24,423 vehicles a day, roughly 43% of them trucks, projected to reach 33,899 by 2035. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long.

Location

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CarriesI80 Oh Tpk
CrossesCairl Ditch
Location4 MI West of Exit 59
RouteInterstate 80K
CountyLucas County
StateOhio
Coordinates41.59122, -83.7469
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating107.1 US tons
Inventory rating70 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length25 ft (7.6 m)
Longest span23 ft (7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic24,423 (2015)
Projected traffic33,899 by 2035
Trucks43%
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 Cairl Ditch built?

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

What condition is I80 Oh Tpk over Cairl Ditch in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in March 2024.

How much traffic does I80 Oh Tpk over Cairl Ditch carry?

About 24,423 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 43% are trucks.

How long is I80 Oh Tpk over Cairl Ditch?

The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 23 ft (7 m).

Who owns I80 Oh Tpk over Cairl Ditch?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.