US Bridges

I80 Oh Tpk over NS RR

Good

Erie County, Ohio · 9.5MI West of Exit 118 · Structure no. 2228947

Built
1954
71 years old, rebuilt 1996
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
174 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
42,178
2015 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

I80 Oh Tpk over NS RR is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I80 Oh Tpk over NS RR in Erie County, Ohio. It was built in 1954 and reconstructed in 1996, so it is 71 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 42,178 vehicles a day, roughly 27% of them trucks, projected to reach 58,543 by 2035. The structure is 174 ft (53 m) long and 126 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesI80 Oh Tpk
CrossesNS RR
Location9.5MI West of Exit 118
RouteInterstate 80
StateOhio
Coordinates41.34495, -82.78673
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

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.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating89 US tons
Inventory rating53.2 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length174 ft (53 m)
Longest span43 ft (13.1 m)
Deck width126 ft (38.5 m)
Roadway width123 ft (37.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic42,178 (2015)
Projected traffic58,543 by 2035
Trucks27%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a toll road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Toll Authority
Maintained byState Toll Authority
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was I80 Oh Tpk over NS RR built?

It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1996.

What condition is I80 Oh Tpk over NS RR 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does I80 Oh Tpk over NS RR carry?

About 42,178 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 27% are trucks.

How long is I80 Oh Tpk over NS RR?

The structure is 174 ft (53 m) long with a longest span of 43 ft (13.1 m) and a deck 126 ft wide.

Who owns I80 Oh Tpk over NS RR?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.