US Bridges

RD 37 - Remsen RD over Trib of E Br Rocky River

Good

Medina County, Ohio · 3506 E of Ch 44 · Structure no. 5234027

Built
2018
7 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
24 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
580
2017 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

RD 37 - Remsen RD over Trib of E Br Rocky River is a concrete culvert carrying RD 37 - Remsen RD over Trib of E Br Rocky River in Medina County, Ohio. It was built in 2018, so it is 7 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 580 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 632 by 2037. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesRD 37 - Remsen RD
CrossesTrib of E Br Rocky River
Location3506 E of Ch 44
RouteCounty Highway 37
StateOhio
Coordinates41.18835, -81.69751
Functional classRural Local

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating82.1 US tons
Inventory rating63.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length24 ft (7.3 m)
Longest span24 ft (7.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic580 (2017)
Projected traffic632 by 2037
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was RD 37 - Remsen RD over Trib of E Br Rocky River built?

It was built in 2018, making it 7 years old in 2025.

What condition is RD 37 - Remsen RD over Trib of E Br Rocky 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does RD 37 - Remsen RD over Trib of E Br Rocky River carry?

About 580 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is RD 37 - Remsen RD over Trib of E Br Rocky River?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.3 m).

Who owns RD 37 - Remsen RD over Trib of E Br Rocky River?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.