US Bridges

PL2303 55th over E Br Nimishillen Creek

Good

Stark County, Ohio · 0.1 Mi. W. of CR170 · Structure no. 7636113

Built
2014
11 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
72 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
5,924
2015 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

PL2303 55th over E Br Nimishillen Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying PL2303 55th over E Br Nimishillen Creek in Stark County, Ohio. It was built in 2014, so it is 11 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 5,924 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,223 by 2035. The structure is 72 ft (21.9 m) long and 52 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesPL2303 55th
CrossesE Br Nimishillen Creek
Location0.1 Mi. W. of CR170
RouteCounty Highway C0196
StateOhio
Coordinates40.8586, -81.32664
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating53.6 US tons
Inventory rating42.9 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length72 ft (21.9 m)
Longest span68 ft (20.8 m)
Deck width52 ft (15.7 m)
Roadway width49 ft (14.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,924 (2015)
Projected traffic8,223 by 2035
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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 PL2303 55th over E Br Nimishillen Creek built?

It was built in 2014, making it 11 years old in 2025.

What condition is PL2303 55th over E Br Nimishillen 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does PL2303 55th over E Br Nimishillen Creek carry?

About 5,924 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is PL2303 55th over E Br Nimishillen Creek?

The structure is 72 ft (21.9 m) long with a longest span of 68 ft (20.8 m) and a deck 52 ft wide.

Who owns PL2303 55th over E Br Nimishillen Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.