Ir 71 over Over W.& L.E. R/R
GoodMedina County, Ohio · 1.54 Miles North of SR83 · Structure no. 5202493
- Built
- 1959
- 66 years old, rebuilt 2005
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 173 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 25,562
- 2015 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ir 71 over Over W.& L.E. R/R is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ir 71 over Over W.& L.E. R/R in Medina County, Ohio. It was built in 1959 and reconstructed in 2005, so it is 66 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 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 25,562 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 35,480 by 2035. The structure is 173 ft (52.7 m) long and 63 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 9 Excellent | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 9 Excellent | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Ir 71 over Over W.& L.E. R/R built?
It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2005.
What condition is Ir 71 over Over W.& L.E. R/R 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 71 over Over W.& L.E. R/R carry?
About 25,562 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is Ir 71 over Over W.& L.E. R/R?
The structure is 173 ft (52.7 m) long with a longest span of 75 ft (22.8 m) and a deck 63 ft wide.
Who owns Ir 71 over Over W.& L.E. R/R?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.