US Bridges

I80 Oh Tpk over Pickel ST

Good

Sandusky County, Ohio · 11.8MI East of Exit 91 · Structure no. 7229887

Built
1954
71 years old, rebuilt 1996
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
151 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
42,820
2015 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

I80 Oh Tpk over Pickel ST is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I80 Oh Tpk over Pickel ST in Sandusky County, Ohio. It was built in 1954 and reconstructed in 1996, 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 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 42,820 vehicles a day, roughly 27% of them trucks, projected to reach 59,434 by 2035. The structure is 151 ft (46 m) long and 129 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesI80 Oh Tpk
CrossesPickel ST
Location11.8MI East of Exit 91
RouteInterstate 80
StateOhio
Coordinates41.35709, -82.89216
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating75 US tons
Inventory rating46.4 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length151 ft (46 m)
Longest span45 ft (13.7 m)
Deck width129 ft (39.4 m)
Roadway width126 ft (38.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic42,820 (2015)
Projected traffic59,434 by 2035
Trucks27%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a toll road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

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 I80 Oh Tpk over Pickel ST built?

It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1996.

What condition is I80 Oh Tpk over Pickel ST 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does I80 Oh Tpk over Pickel ST carry?

About 42,820 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 27% are trucks.

How long is I80 Oh Tpk over Pickel ST?

The structure is 151 ft (46 m) long with a longest span of 45 ft (13.7 m) and a deck 129 ft wide.

Who owns I80 Oh Tpk over Pickel ST?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.