US Bridges

Usr 20 over Cedar Creek

Good

Wood County, Ohio · 0.2 Mi. W of Oregon RD · Structure no. 8701121

Built
2002
23 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
38 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
12,941
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Usr 20 over Cedar Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Usr 20 over Cedar Creek in Wood County, Ohio. It was built in 2002, so it is 23 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 12,941 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,962 by 2035. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesUsr 20
CrossesCedar Creek
Location0.2 Mi. W of Oregon RD
RouteU.S. Route 20
StateOhio
Coordinates41.52449, -83.54149
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating57.1 US tons
Inventory rating42.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length38 ft (11.6 m)
Longest span36 ft (11 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic12,941 (2015)
Projected traffic17,962 by 2035
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 Usr 20 over Cedar Creek built?

It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.

What condition is Usr 20 over Cedar 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 2023.

How much traffic does Usr 20 over Cedar Creek carry?

About 12,941 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is Usr 20 over Cedar Creek?

The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 36 ft (11 m).

Who owns Usr 20 over Cedar Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.