US Bridges

Ir 280 over CSX RR

Good

Wood County, Ohio · 1.88 Mi. N. of SR 420 · Structure no. 8705828

Built
1953
72 years old, rebuilt 2001
Condition
Good
inspected December 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
275 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
23,695
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ir 280 over CSX RR is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ir 280 over CSX RR in Wood County, Ohio. It was built in 1953 and reconstructed in 2001, so it is 72 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 23,695 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 32,889 by 2035. The structure is 275 ft (83.8 m) long and 80 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 18 mi (29 km).

CarriesIr 280
CrossesCSX RR
Location1.88 Mi. N. of SR 420
RouteInterstate 280
StateOhio
Coordinates41.55305, -83.46101
Functional classRural 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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionDecember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating38.6 US tons
Inventory rating29.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length275 ft (83.8 m)
Longest span63 ft (19.2 m)
Deck width80 ft (24.4 m)
Roadway width77 ft (23.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic23,695 (2015)
Projected traffic32,889 by 2035
Trucks20%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed18 mi (29 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 280 over CSX RR built?

It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2001.

What condition is Ir 280 over CSX 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 December 2023.

How much traffic does Ir 280 over CSX RR carry?

About 23,695 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.

How long is Ir 280 over CSX RR?

The structure is 275 ft (83.8 m) long with a longest span of 63 ft (19.2 m) and a deck 80 ft wide.

Who owns Ir 280 over CSX RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.