FHWA NBI 2024 Inspection record Public-domain dataset

RD 291–MELODY LA

Carrying RD 291–MELODY LA over GRANGER DITCH

NE2114' W OF SR 94, Medina, Ohio

Data updated May 2026

FHWA NBI record, refreshed with each annual release.

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

Bridge Snapshot: RD 291–MELODY LA

The RD 291–MELODY LA bridge in Medina, Ohio carries RD 291–MELODY LA over GRANGER DITCH. It does not have a recorded construction year in the NBI. It was last reconstructed in 197, extending its service life. The structure is built primarily of concrete, stretching 4000.1 meters (13124 feet) end to end. Daily traffic averages 1 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 6/9, substructure at 5/9, culvert at 6/9. 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 94.0 metric tons.

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

How RD 291–MELODY LA compares

▲ 56.5
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 291–MELODY LA 94.0 t
Ohio average 37.5 t

Live comparison across Ohio.

Condition Ratings

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

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

Structural Details

Last Reconstructed
197
Material
Concrete
Structure Length
4000.1 m (13124 ft)
Deck Width
740.0 m (2428 ft)
Owner
County Highway Agency
Avg Daily Traffic
1 vehicles/day
Structure Number
5235618

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) rates fair at 6/9, minor deterioration that routine maintenance should address.
  • • The substructure (piers and abutments) rates fair at 5/9, minor deterioration that routine maintenance should address.

How to read this record

RD 291–MELODY LA 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 291–MELODY LA 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 291–MELODY LA?

RD 291–MELODY LA in Medina, Ohio has a deck rating of 0/9, superstructure rating of 6/9, and substructure rating of 5/9 on the FHWA's 0–9 scale.

How often is RD 291–MELODY LA inspected?

RD 291–MELODY LA'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 1 vehicles per day.

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

FHWA retired that reported status beginning with the 2018 archive. RD 291–MELODY LA 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 291–MELODY LA?

RD 291–MELODY LA has an NBI inventory load rating of 94.0 metric tons.

Who is responsible for maintaining RD 291–MELODY LA?

RD 291–MELODY LA is owned and maintained by County Highway Agency.

How old is RD 291–MELODY LA and does age affect safety?

The construction year for RD 291–MELODY LA 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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