US Bridges

High Level Bridge over Maumee River Rrs&streets

Fair

Lucas County, Ohio · 0.2 Mile East of Summit · Structure no. 4800303

Built
1931
94 years old, rebuilt 2015
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Suspension
Steel
Length
3,218 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
21,253
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

High Level Bridge over Maumee River Rrs&streets is a steel suspension carrying High Level Bridge over Maumee River Rrs&streets in Lucas County, Ohio. It was built in 1931 and reconstructed in 2015, so it is 94 years old, older 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 21,253 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 29,499 by 2038. The structure is 3,218 ft (980.8 m) long and 68 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

Location

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CarriesHigh Level Bridge
CrossesMaumee River Rrs&streets
Location0.2 Mile East of Summit
RouteState Highway 2
CountyLucas County
StateOhio
Coordinates41.64189, -83.53998
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating67.9 US tons
Inventory rating42.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSuspension
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3 (+27 approach)
Design loadH 20
Structure length3,218 ft (980.8 m)
Longest span785 ft (239.3 m)
Deck width68 ft (20.7 m)
Roadway width54 ft (16.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deck33 ft (10.1 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic21,253 (2018)
Projected traffic29,499 by 2038
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway and waterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusEligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNavigation control on waterway (bridge permit required)

Frequently asked questions

When was High Level Bridge over Maumee River Rrs&streets built?

It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2015.

What condition is High Level Bridge over Maumee River Rrs&streets 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does High Level Bridge over Maumee River Rrs&streets carry?

About 21,253 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is High Level Bridge over Maumee River Rrs&streets?

The structure is 3,218 ft (980.8 m) long with a longest span of 785 ft (239.3 m) and a deck 68 ft wide.

Who owns High Level Bridge over Maumee River Rrs&streets?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.