US Bridges

Ir 75 SB over Ottawa River

Good

Allen County, Ohio · 1.3 Mile N. of SR 117 · Structure no. 0202231

Built
2014
11 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
132 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
20,148
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ir 75 SB over Ottawa River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ir 75 SB over Ottawa River in Allen County, Ohio. It was built in 2014, so it is 11 years old, younger 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 9 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 20,148 vehicles a day, roughly 34% of them trucks, projected to reach 27,965 by 2035. The structure is 132 ft (40.2 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesIr 75 SB
CrossesOttawa River
Location1.3 Mile N. of SR 117
RouteInterstate 75
StateOhio
Coordinates40.7492, -84.07571
Functional classUrban 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
Deck9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Superstructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Substructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating82.1 US tons
Inventory rating42.9 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length132 ft (40.2 m)
Longest span129 ft (39.3 m)
Deck width47 ft (14.3 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic20,148 (2015)
Projected traffic27,965 by 2035
Trucks34%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Ir 75 SB over Ottawa River built?

It was built in 2014, making it 11 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ir 75 SB over Ottawa River 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does Ir 75 SB over Ottawa River carry?

About 20,148 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 34% are trucks.

How long is Ir 75 SB over Ottawa River?

The structure is 132 ft (40.2 m) long with a longest span of 129 ft (39.3 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.

Who owns Ir 75 SB over Ottawa River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.