SR 281 over South Br of Portage Riv
GoodWood County, Ohio · 300 Ft. W. of SR 199 · Structure no. 8706336
- Built
- 1957
- 68 years old, rebuilt 2008
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2023
- Type
- Box Beam or Girders - Multiple
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 126 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,523
- 2015 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 281 over South Br of Portage Riv is a prestressed concrete continuous box beam or girders - multiple carrying SR 281 over South Br of Portage Riv in Wood County, Ohio. It was built in 1957 and reconstructed in 2008, so it is 68 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 1,523 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,114 by 2035. The structure is 126 ft (38.4 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 32.9 mi (53 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 281 over South Br of Portage Riv built?
It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2008.
What condition is SR 281 over South Br of Portage Riv 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 SR 281 over South Br of Portage Riv carry?
About 1,523 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is SR 281 over South Br of Portage Riv?
The structure is 126 ft (38.4 m) long with a longest span of 48 ft (14.5 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns SR 281 over South Br of Portage Riv?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.