US Bridges

Usr 20 over Wolf Creek

Good

Sandusky County, Ohio · 1.41 Mi. East of SR 300 · Structure no. 7201532

Built
1940
85 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
10,348
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Usr 20 over Wolf Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Usr 20 over Wolf Creek in Sandusky County, Ohio. It was built in 1940, so it is 85 years old, older 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 10,348 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,363 by 2035. The structure is 22 ft (6.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).

CarriesUsr 20
CrossesWolf Creek
Location1.41 Mi. East of SR 300
RouteU.S. Route 20
StateOhio
Coordinates41.42268, -83.2946
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating49.6 US tons
Inventory rating38.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadH 20
Structure length22 ft (6.8 m)
Longest span18 ft (5.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10,348 (2015)
Projected traffic14,363 by 2035
Trucks24%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.8 mi (19 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
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 Usr 20 over Wolf Creek built?

It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025.

What condition is Usr 20 over Wolf Creek 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 2023.

How much traffic does Usr 20 over Wolf Creek carry?

About 10,348 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.

How long is Usr 20 over Wolf Creek?

The structure is 22 ft (6.8 m) long with a longest span of 18 ft (5.5 m).

Who owns Usr 20 over Wolf Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.