US Bridges

Tpk Exit 91 Ramp over SR 53

FairClosed to traffic

Sandusky County, Ohio · 0.3 East of Exit 91 · Structure no. 7202407

Built
1954
71 years old, rebuilt 1984
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2021
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
151 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,838
2019 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

Tpk Exit 91 Ramp over SR 53 is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Tpk Exit 91 Ramp over SR 53 in Sandusky County, Ohio. It was built in 1954 and reconstructed in 1984, so it is 71 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: closed to all traffic.

It carries about 1,838 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,013 by 2039. The structure is 151 ft (46 m) long and 34 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesTpk Exit 91 Ramp
CrossesSR 53
Location0.3 East of Exit 91
RouteState Highway 53
CountySandusky County
StateOhio
Coordinates41.40171, -83.10435
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMarch 2021
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusClosed to all traffic
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating71.4 US tons
Inventory rating42.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length151 ft (46 m)
Longest span88 ft (26.8 m)
Deck width34 ft (10.4 m)
Roadway width31 ft (9.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deck30 ft (9.1 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,838 (2019)
Projected traffic10,013 by 2039
Trucks25%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo
Strategic Highway NetworkSTRAHNET connector

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Toll Authority
Maintained byState Toll Authority
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Tpk Exit 91 Ramp over SR 53 built?

It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1984.

What condition is Tpk Exit 91 Ramp over SR 53 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 March 2021.

How much traffic does Tpk Exit 91 Ramp over SR 53 carry?

About 1,838 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.

How long is Tpk Exit 91 Ramp over SR 53?

The structure is 151 ft (46 m) long with a longest span of 88 ft (26.8 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.

Who owns Tpk Exit 91 Ramp over SR 53?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.