RD 4 - Smith RD over East Branch Black River
GoodMedina County, Ohio · 905 E of SR 301 · Structure no. 5233209
- Built
- 2022
- 3 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 72 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 712
- 2018 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
RD 4 - Smith RD over East Branch Black River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying RD 4 - Smith RD over East Branch Black River in Medina County, Ohio. It was built in 2022, so it is 3 years old, younger 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 712 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 898 by 2035. The structure is 72 ft (21.9 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
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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 | 9 Excellent | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 9 Excellent | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 9 Excellent | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was RD 4 - Smith RD over East Branch Black River built?
It was built in 2022, making it 3 years old in 2025.
What condition is RD 4 - Smith RD over East Branch Black River 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does RD 4 - Smith RD over East Branch Black River carry?
About 712 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is RD 4 - Smith RD over East Branch Black River?
The structure is 72 ft (21.9 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.2 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.
Who owns RD 4 - Smith RD over East Branch Black River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.