US Bridges

SR 59 over Over Norfolk Southern RR

Good

Portage County, Ohio · 2.26 MI E of SR 261 · Structure no. 6701841

Built
1998
27 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
380 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
15,734
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 59 over Over Norfolk Southern RR is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 59 over Over Norfolk Southern RR in Portage County, Ohio. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 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 15,734 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 21,839 by 2035. The structure is 380 ft (115.8 m) long and 64 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesSR 59
CrossesOver Norfolk Southern RR
Location2.26 MI E of SR 261
RouteState Highway 59
StateOhio
Coordinates41.15896, -81.27863
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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 geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating57.1 US tons
Inventory rating42.9 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length380 ft (115.8 m)
Longest span164 ft (50 m)
Deck width64 ft (19.5 m)
Roadway width52 ft (15.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic15,734 (2015)
Projected traffic21,839 by 2035
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 SR 59 over Over Norfolk Southern RR built?

It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 59 over Over Norfolk Southern 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 SR 59 over Over Norfolk Southern RR carry?

About 15,734 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is SR 59 over Over Norfolk Southern RR?

The structure is 380 ft (115.8 m) long with a longest span of 164 ft (50 m) and a deck 64 ft wide.

Who owns SR 59 over Over Norfolk Southern RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.