US 224 over Meander Creek
FairMahoning County, Ohio · 1.03 MI E of SR 45 · Structure no. 5004683
- Built
- 1951
- 74 years old, rebuilt 1991
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 187 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,103
- 2015 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 224 over Meander Creek is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 224 over Meander Creek in Mahoning County, Ohio. It was built in 1951 and reconstructed in 1991, so it is 74 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 6,103 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,471 by 2035. The structure is 187 ft (57 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).
Location
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 224 over Meander Creek built?
It was built in 1951, making it 74 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1991.
What condition is US 224 over Meander Creek 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does US 224 over Meander Creek carry?
About 6,103 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is US 224 over Meander Creek?
The structure is 187 ft (57 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.3 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns US 224 over Meander Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.