US Bridges

I.R. 77 over Over Norfolk Southern RR

Good

Stark County, Ohio · 1.20 MI N of SR 800 · Structure no. 7603703

Built
1960
65 years old, rebuilt 2005
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
185 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
82,023
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I.R. 77 over Over Norfolk Southern RR is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I.R. 77 over Over Norfolk Southern RR in Stark County, Ohio. It was built in 1960 and reconstructed in 2005, so it is 65 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 82,023 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 113,848 by 2035. The structure is 185 ft (56.5 m) long and 122 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesI.R. 77
CrossesOver Norfolk Southern RR
Location1.20 MI N of SR 800
RouteInterstate 77
StateOhio
Coordinates40.78921, -81.38674
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating53.6 US tons
Inventory rating42.9 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length185 ft (56.5 m)
Longest span77 ft (23.6 m)
Deck width122 ft (37.3 m)
Roadway width116 ft (35.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic82,023 (2015)
Projected traffic113,848 by 2035
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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 I.R. 77 over Over Norfolk Southern RR built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2005.

What condition is I.R. 77 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 I.R. 77 over Over Norfolk Southern RR carry?

About 82,023 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is I.R. 77 over Over Norfolk Southern RR?

The structure is 185 ft (56.5 m) long with a longest span of 77 ft (23.6 m) and a deck 122 ft wide.

Who owns I.R. 77 over Over Norfolk Southern RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.