FHWA NBI 2024 Inspection record Public-domain dataset

RD 203 – PLUMCRE

Carrying RD 203 – PLUMCRE over PLUM CREEK

EK0.05 MI N OF CH 136, Medina, Ohio

Data updated May 2026

FHWA NBI record, refreshed with each annual release.

Poor
61 t Inventory load rating

Bridge Snapshot: RD 203 – PLUMCRE

The RD 203 – PLUMCRE bridge in Medina, Ohio carries RD 203 – PLUMCRE over PLUM CREEK. It was built in 1919, making it 107 years old today. The structure is built primarily of concrete, stretching 65000.1 meters (213265 feet) end to end. Daily traffic averages 10 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 5/9, substructure at 5/9, culvert at 8/9. The weakest component sits in critical condition. Because at least one major component scores 4 or lower, this bridge falls in FHWA's Poor condition category. That category is not a closure order. Its NBI inventory load rating is 61.0 metric tons.

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

How RD 203 – PLUMCRE compares

▲ 23.5
Load rating vs Ohio average (37.5 t)
Top 7%
Higher load rating than 93% of Ohio bridges
274
Bridges in Medina · 29 in Poor condition
RD 203 – PLUMCRE 61.0 t
Ohio average 37.5 t

Live comparison across Ohio.

Condition Ratings

Deck
0/9
Failed (0)
Superstructure
5/9
Fair (5–6)
Substructure
5/9
Fair (5–6)
Culvert
8/9
Good (7–9)
Inventory Load Rating
61.0 t
NBI inventory level (metric tons)
Overall Condition
Poor

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

Structural Details

Year Built
1919
Material
Concrete
Structure Length
65000.1 m (213265 ft)
Deck Width
850.0 m (2789 ft)
Owner
County Highway Agency
Avg Daily Traffic
10 vehicles/day
Structure Number
5245591

Condition Analysis

  • The deck (driving surface) rates critical at 0/9, severe deterioration that needs urgent attention.
  • At 5/9, the superstructure (beams and supports above the deck) shows fair condition, with minor wear flagged for upkeep.
  • At 5/9, the substructure (piers and abutments) shows fair condition, with minor wear flagged for upkeep.

How to read this record

RD 203 – PLUMCRE 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 203 – PLUMCRE 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 203 – PLUMCRE?

RD 203 – PLUMCRE in Medina, Ohio has a deck rating of 0/9, superstructure rating of 5/9, and substructure rating of 5/9 on the FHWA's 0–9 scale.

How often is RD 203 – PLUMCRE inspected?

RD 203 – PLUMCRE'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 10 vehicles per day.

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

FHWA retired that reported status beginning with the 2018 archive. RD 203 – PLUMCRE 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 203 – PLUMCRE?

RD 203 – PLUMCRE has an NBI inventory load rating of 61.0 metric tons.

Who is responsible for maintaining RD 203 – PLUMCRE?

RD 203 – PLUMCRE is owned and maintained by County Highway Agency.

How old is RD 203 – PLUMCRE and does age affect safety?

RD 203 – PLUMCRE was built in 1919, making it 107 years old.

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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