US Bridges

SR 225 over Berlin Reservoir

Good

Stark County, Ohio · 3.85 MI E of SR 183 · Structure no. 7605986

Built
1990
35 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
341 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
6,877
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 225 over Berlin Reservoir is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 225 over Berlin Reservoir in Stark County, Ohio. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 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 6,877 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,545 by 2035. The structure is 341 ft (103.9 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 225
CrossesBerlin Reservoir
Location3.85 MI E of SR 183
RouteState Highway 225
CountyStark County
StateOhio
Coordinates40.9824, -81.09806
Functional classRural Minor 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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating53.2 US tons
Inventory rating41.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length341 ft (103.9 m)
Longest span168 ft (51.2 m)
Deck width41 ft (12.5 m)
Roadway width38 ft (11.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,877 (2015)
Projected traffic9,545 by 2035
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 225 over Berlin Reservoir built?

It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 225 over Berlin Reservoir 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does SR 225 over Berlin Reservoir carry?

About 6,877 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is SR 225 over Berlin Reservoir?

The structure is 341 ft (103.9 m) long with a longest span of 168 ft (51.2 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.

Who owns SR 225 over Berlin Reservoir?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.