RD 42 - Grafton RD over W Br Rocky River
FairPosted for loadMedina County, Ohio · 1472 E of RD 86 · Structure no. 5234085
- Built
- 1973
- 52 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Box Beam or Girders - Multiple
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 177 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,707
- 2015 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
RD 42 - Grafton RD over W Br Rocky River is a prestressed concrete box beam or girders - multiple carrying RD 42 - Grafton RD over W Br Rocky River in Medina County, Ohio. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 2,707 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,757 by 2035. The structure is 177 ft (54 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
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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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was RD 42 - Grafton RD over W Br Rocky River built?
It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.
What condition is RD 42 - Grafton RD over W Br Rocky 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does RD 42 - Grafton RD over W Br Rocky River carry?
About 2,707 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is RD 42 - Grafton RD over W Br Rocky River?
The structure is 177 ft (54 m) long with a longest span of 58 ft (17.7 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns RD 42 - Grafton RD over W Br Rocky River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.