North Street over Ottawa River
FairAllen County, Ohio · 3500 East of Main Street · Structure no. 0260010
- Built
- 2004
- 21 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Concrete
- Length
- 162 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,576
- 2022 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
North Street over Ottawa River is a concrete arch - deck carrying North Street over Ottawa River in Allen County, Ohio. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 years old, younger than the Ohio average of 47.3 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 8,576 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,903 by 2042. The structure is 162 ft (49.4 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was North Street over Ottawa River built?
It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.
What condition is North Street over Ottawa River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in July 2024.
How much traffic does North Street over Ottawa River carry?
About 8,576 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is North Street over Ottawa River?
The structure is 162 ft (49.4 m) long with a longest span of 41 ft (12.5 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.
Who owns North Street over Ottawa River?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.