FHWA NBI 2024 Inspection record Public-domain dataset

RD 26 – FIRESTON

Carrying RD 26 – FIRESTON over W FORK BLACK RIVER

E 1565' N OF RD 81W, Medina, Ohio

Data updated May 2026

FHWA NBI record, refreshed with each annual release.

How it compares ↓ How ratings work
Poor
98 t Inventory load rating

Bridge Snapshot: RD 26 – FIRESTON

The RD 26 – FIRESTON bridge in Medina, Ohio carries RD 26 – FIRESTON over W FORK BLACK RIVER. It does not have a recorded construction year in the NBI. It was last reconstructed in 198, extending its service life. The structure is built primarily of concrete, stretching 46000.1 meters (150926 feet) end to end. Daily traffic averages 2 vehicles, placing it in the lower-traffic tier of Ohio bridges. It is owned and maintained by County Highway Agency.

The latest FHWA inspection records show a deck rating of 0/9, superstructure at 7/9, substructure at 6/9, culvert at 7/9. The weakest component sits in critical condition. At least one major component here scores 4 or below, which produces a Poor condition classification under FHWA's current reporting rules. Its NBI inventory load rating is 98.0 metric tons.

Sourced from the FHWA National Bridge Inventory. See our methodology for refresh cadence and NBI release vintage.

How RD 26 – FIRESTON compares

▲ 60.5
Load rating vs Ohio average (37.5 t)
Top 1%
Higher load rating than 99% of Ohio bridges
274
Bridges in Medina · 29 in Poor condition
RD 26 – FIRESTON 98.0 t
Ohio average 37.5 t

Live comparison across Ohio.

Condition Ratings

Deck
0/9
Failed (0)
Superstructure
7/9
Good (7–9)
Substructure
6/9
Fair (5–6)
Culvert
7/9
Good (7–9)
Inventory Load Rating
98.0 t
NBI inventory level (metric tons)
Overall Condition
Poor

Full 0–9 scale + sufficiency-rating breakdown: how condition ratings work.

Structural Details

Last Reconstructed
198
Material
Concrete
Structure Length
46000.1 m (150926 ft)
Deck Width
730.0 m (2395 ft)
Owner
County Highway Agency
Avg Daily Traffic
2 vehicles/day
Structure Number
5233593

Data Source

FHWA National Bridge Inventory (NBI).

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Condition Analysis

  • • The deck (driving surface) rates critical at 0/9, severe deterioration that needs urgent attention.
  • • The superstructure (beams and supports above the deck) is in good condition (7/9), showing no significant deterioration.
  • • At 6/9, the substructure (piers and abutments) shows fair condition, with minor wear flagged for upkeep.

How to read this record

RD 26 – FIRESTON is in the federal Poor condition category. That is a component-based result, not a closure order.

  • NBI condition ratings reflect the latest record in this annual dataset, not a live status. Current routine inspection intervals are risk-based.
  • Understand what Poor condition does and does not mean before drawing conclusions. Poor condition explained
  • Compare RD 26 – FIRESTON against other structures in Medina and across Ohio. Ohio bridges
  • Noticed visible damage or a safety concern? Report it to the agency that owns the bridge, or call 911 in an emergency. How to report a bridge

Condition codes come straight from the FHWA National Bridge Inventory and are not a real-time safety judgment. Only the owning agency, a state DOT, county, or other owner, can post, restrict, or close a bridge.

Frequently Asked Questions

What do the condition ratings mean for RD 26 – FIRESTON?

RD 26 – FIRESTON in Medina, Ohio has a deck rating of 0/9, superstructure rating of 7/9, and substructure rating of 6/9 on the FHWA's 0–9 scale.

How often is RD 26 – FIRESTON inspected?

RD 26 – FIRESTON's responsible agency sets its routine interval under FHWA's risk-based inspection rules; this page does not expose the scheduled interval. It carries about 2 vehicles per day.

What does “structurally deficient” mean in older bridge reports?

FHWA retired that reported status beginning with the 2018 archive. RD 26 – FIRESTON is currently shown as Poor condition from its component ratings; that category is not a live closure or safety decision.

What is the inventory load rating for RD 26 – FIRESTON?

RD 26 – FIRESTON has an NBI inventory load rating of 98.0 metric tons.

Who is responsible for maintaining RD 26 – FIRESTON?

RD 26 – FIRESTON is owned and maintained by County Highway Agency.

How old is RD 26 – FIRESTON and does age affect safety?

The construction year for RD 26 – FIRESTON is not recorded in the NBI.

Disclaimer: Bridge condition data is from the FHWA NBI and reflects the last reported inspection. A Poor condition rating is not a live declaration that a bridge is closed or unsafe for travel. For current closure, posting, or safety information, contact the responsible transportation agency.

Data sourced from the Federal Highway Administration National Bridge Inventory. See our methodology for details. Retrieved and formatted by PlainBridges

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