Usr 42 over W Fork E Br Black River
FairMedina County, Ohio · 1.50 MI N US 224 · Structure no. 5201179
- Built
- 1957
- 68 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 119 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,008
- 2015 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Usr 42 over W Fork E Br Black River is a concrete continuous slab carrying Usr 42 over W Fork E Br Black River in Medina County, Ohio. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 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 3,008 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,175 by 2035. The structure is 119 ft (36.3 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Usr 42 over W Fork E Br Black River built?
It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.
What condition is Usr 42 over W Fork E Br Black River 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does Usr 42 over W Fork E Br Black River carry?
About 3,008 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.
How long is Usr 42 over W Fork E Br Black River?
The structure is 119 ft (36.3 m) long with a longest span of 45 ft (13.7 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns Usr 42 over W Fork E Br Black River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.