US Bridges

SR 65 over Auglaize River

Good

Auglaize County, Ohio · .24 Mi. S. of Allen Co. · Structure no. 0600725

Built
1958
67 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
140 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,272
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 65 over Auglaize River is a concrete continuous slab carrying SR 65 over Auglaize River in Auglaize County, Ohio. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 years old, older 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 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 3,272 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,542 by 2035. The structure is 140 ft (42.7 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).

CarriesSR 65
CrossesAuglaize River
Location.24 Mi. S. of Allen Co.
RouteState Highway 65
StateOhio
Coordinates40.63988, -84.08978
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating37.8 US tons
Inventory rating29.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length140 ft (42.7 m)
Longest span53 ft (16.2 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.4 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,272 (2015)
Projected traffic4,542 by 2035
Trucks18%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed14.9 mi (24 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 65 over Auglaize River built?

It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 65 over Auglaize 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does SR 65 over Auglaize River carry?

About 3,272 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.

How long is SR 65 over Auglaize River?

The structure is 140 ft (42.7 m) long with a longest span of 53 ft (16.2 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns SR 65 over Auglaize River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.