US Bridges

SR-274 over St. Marys River

GoodPosted for load

Auglaize County, Ohio · 1.03MI.W.OF Jct. SR-66 · Structure no. 0603392

Built
1956
69 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
55 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
5,450
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR-274 over St. Marys River is a concrete continuous slab carrying SR-274 over St. Marys River in Auglaize County, Ohio. It was built in 1956, so it is 69 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 5,450 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,565 by 2035. The structure is 55 ft (16.8 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

CarriesSR-274
CrossesSt. Marys River
Location1.03MI.W.OF Jct. SR-66
RouteState Highway 274
StateOhio
Coordinates40.43683, -84.39969
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.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating35.4 US tons
Inventory rating21.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadH 10
Structure length55 ft (16.8 m)
Longest span20 ft (6.1 m)
Deck width32 ft (9.8 m)
Roadway width32 ft (9.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,450 (2015)
Projected traffic7,565 by 2035
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$225,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR-274 over St. Marys River built?

It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR-274 over St. Marys 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does SR-274 over St. Marys River carry?

About 5,450 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is SR-274 over St. Marys River?

The structure is 55 ft (16.8 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.

Who owns SR-274 over St. Marys River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.