CR 53 over Sandusky River
GoodSandusky County, Ohio · .1 Mi. South of River St. · Structure no. 7230141
- Built
- 1973
- 52 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 355 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,325
- 2015 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
CR 53 over Sandusky River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying CR 53 over Sandusky River in Sandusky 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 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 6,325 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,779 by 2035. The structure is 355 ft (108.2 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was CR 53 over Sandusky River built?
It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.
What condition is CR 53 over Sandusky 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does CR 53 over Sandusky River carry?
About 6,325 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is CR 53 over Sandusky River?
The structure is 355 ft (108.2 m) long with a longest span of 140 ft (42.7 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.
Who owns CR 53 over Sandusky River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.