US Bridges

Ir 80 over Meander Reservoir

Good

Mahoning County, Ohio · 2.56 MI W of SR46 · Structure no. 5002303

Built
2007
18 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
2,527 ft
21 main spans
Daily traffic
25,070
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ir 80 over Meander Reservoir is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ir 80 over Meander Reservoir in Mahoning County, Ohio. It was built in 2007, so it is 18 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 25,070 vehicles a day, roughly 26% of them trucks, projected to reach 34,797 by 2035. The structure is 2,527 ft (770.3 m) long and 61 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesIr 80
CrossesMeander Reservoir
Location2.56 MI W of SR46
RouteInterstate 80
StateOhio
Coordinates41.11215, -80.81436
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
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating82.1 US tons
Inventory rating46.4 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans21
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length2,527 ft (770.3 m)
Longest span118 ft (36 m)
Deck width61 ft (18.6 m)
Roadway width58 ft (17.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic25,070 (2015)
Projected traffic34,797 by 2035
Trucks26%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

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 Ir 80 over Meander Reservoir built?

It was built in 2007, making it 18 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ir 80 over Meander Reservoir 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does Ir 80 over Meander Reservoir carry?

About 25,070 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 26% are trucks.

How long is Ir 80 over Meander Reservoir?

The structure is 2,527 ft (770.3 m) long with a longest span of 118 ft (36 m) and a deck 61 ft wide.

Who owns Ir 80 over Meander Reservoir?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.