US Bridges

Ir 71 to US224 Ram over MED-224-1582

Good

Medina County, Ohio · .37 Mi.E.Of CR19(LAKE Rd) · Structure no. 5204240

Built
2009
16 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
199 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
18,410
2010 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ir 71 to US224 Ram over MED-224-1582 is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ir 71 to US224 Ram over MED-224-1582 in Medina County, Ohio. It was built in 2009, so it is 16 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 18,410 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,018 by 2030. The structure is 199 ft (60.7 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesIr 71 to US224 Ram
CrossesMED-224-1582
Location.37 Mi.E.Of CR19(LAKE Rd)
RouteU.S. Route 224
StateOhio
Coordinates41.03073, -81.89917
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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.
Superstructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 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 alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating53.2 US tons
Inventory rating41.1 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length199 ft (60.7 m)
Longest span113 ft (34.4 m)
Deck width45 ft (13.8 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic18,410 (2010)
Projected traffic15,018 by 2030
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Ir 71 to US224 Ram over MED-224-1582 built?

It was built in 2009, making it 16 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ir 71 to US224 Ram over MED-224-1582 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does Ir 71 to US224 Ram over MED-224-1582 carry?

About 18,410 vehicles per day (2010 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is Ir 71 to US224 Ram over MED-224-1582?

The structure is 199 ft (60.7 m) long with a longest span of 113 ft (34.4 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.

Who owns Ir 71 to US224 Ram over MED-224-1582?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.