Ghent Road (CH-98) over I-77 Northbound
GoodSummit County, Ohio · 1.51 MI N of SR 18 · Structure no. 7704119
- Built
- 1963
- 62 years old, rebuilt 2012
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 162 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 13,434
- 2015 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ghent Road (CH-98) over I-77 Northbound is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ghent Road (CH-98) over I-77 Northbound in Summit County, Ohio. It was built in 1963 and reconstructed in 2012, so it is 62 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 13,434 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 34,378 by 2035. The structure is 162 ft (49.4 m) long and 75 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Ghent Road (CH-98) over I-77 Northbound built?
It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2012.
What condition is Ghent Road (CH-98) over I-77 Northbound 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does Ghent Road (CH-98) over I-77 Northbound carry?
About 13,434 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is Ghent Road (CH-98) over I-77 Northbound?
The structure is 162 ft (49.4 m) long with a longest span of 66 ft (20.1 m) and a deck 75 ft wide.
Who owns Ghent Road (CH-98) over I-77 Northbound?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.