US Bridges

Ir 76 over Over Norfolk Southern RR

Good

Portage County, Ohio · 1.37 MI E of SR 44 · Structure no. 6702430

Built
1965
60 years old, rebuilt 2005
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
273 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
29,867
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ir 76 over Over Norfolk Southern RR is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ir 76 over Over Norfolk Southern RR in Portage County, Ohio. It was built in 1965 and reconstructed in 2005, so it is 60 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 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 29,867 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 41,455 by 2035. The structure is 273 ft (83.2 m) long and 88 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesIr 76
CrossesOver Norfolk Southern RR
Location1.37 MI E of SR 44
RouteInterstate 76
StateOhio
Coordinates41.10675, -81.21749
Functional classUrban 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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 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 alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating57.1 US tons
Inventory rating46.4 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckCorrugated steel
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length273 ft (83.2 m)
Longest span102 ft (31.1 m)
Deck width88 ft (26.8 m)
Roadway width81 ft (24.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic29,867 (2015)
Projected traffic41,455 by 2035
Trucks19%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Ir 76 over Over Norfolk Southern RR built?

It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2005.

What condition is Ir 76 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does Ir 76 over Over Norfolk Southern RR carry?

About 29,867 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.

How long is Ir 76 over Over Norfolk Southern RR?

The structure is 273 ft (83.2 m) long with a longest span of 102 ft (31.1 m) and a deck 88 ft wide.

Who owns Ir 76 over Over Norfolk Southern RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.