Thornton St. over Ohio Canal (153)
FairSummit County, Ohio · Bowery to Boulevard Sts. · Structure no. 7760310
- Built
- 1972
- 53 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 147 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,394
- 2015 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Thornton St. over Ohio Canal (153) is a concrete continuous slab carrying Thornton St. over Ohio Canal (153) in Summit County, Ohio. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 years old, older than the Ohio average of 47.3 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 5,394 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,487 by 2035. The structure is 147 ft (44.8 m) long and 62 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Thornton St. over Ohio Canal (153) built?
It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.
What condition is Thornton St. over Ohio Canal (153) in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in October 2024.
How much traffic does Thornton St. over Ohio Canal (153) carry?
About 5,394 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Thornton St. over Ohio Canal (153)?
The structure is 147 ft (44.8 m) long with a longest span of 59 ft (18 m) and a deck 62 ft wide.
Who owns Thornton St. over Ohio Canal (153)?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.