US Bridges

SR 21 over Tuscarawas River

Good

Stark County, Ohio · 0.23 MI S of US 62 · Structure no. 7600100

Built
2013
12 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
210 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
5,648
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 21 over Tuscarawas River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 21 over Tuscarawas River in Stark County, Ohio. It was built in 2013, so it is 12 years old, younger 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 5,648 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,839 by 2035. The structure is 210 ft (64 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesSR 21
CrossesTuscarawas River
Location0.23 MI S of US 62
RouteState Highway 21
StateOhio
Coordinates40.71667, -81.52222
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating57.9 US tons
Inventory rating41.8 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length210 ft (64 m)
Longest span98 ft (29.9 m)
Deck width47 ft (14.3 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,648 (2015)
Projected traffic7,839 by 2035
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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 SR 21 over Tuscarawas River built?

It was built in 2013, making it 12 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 21 over Tuscarawas 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does SR 21 over Tuscarawas River carry?

About 5,648 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is SR 21 over Tuscarawas River?

The structure is 210 ft (64 m) long with a longest span of 98 ft (29.9 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.

Who owns SR 21 over Tuscarawas River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.