US Bridges

Usr 20 over Maumee River

Good

Lucas County, Ohio · JCT US 20 & Maumee River · Structure no. 4800923

Built
2002
23 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
885 ft
7 main spans
Daily traffic
24,220
2010 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Usr 20 over Maumee River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Usr 20 over Maumee River in Lucas County, Ohio. It was built in 2002, so it is 23 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 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 24,220 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 33,617 by 2030. The structure is 885 ft (269.7 m) long and 74 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

CarriesUsr 20
CrossesMaumee River
LocationJCT US 20 & Maumee River
RouteU.S. Route 20
StateOhio
Coordinates41.55899, -83.65178
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating92.8 US tons
Inventory rating71.4 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans7
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length885 ft (269.7 m)
Longest span130 ft (39.6 m)
Deck width74 ft (22.7 m)
Roadway width51 ft (15.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic24,220 (2010)
Projected traffic33,617 by 2030
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
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 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 Usr 20 over Maumee River built?

It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.

What condition is Usr 20 over Maumee 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does Usr 20 over Maumee River carry?

About 24,220 vehicles per day (2010 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is Usr 20 over Maumee River?

The structure is 885 ft (269.7 m) long with a longest span of 130 ft (39.6 m) and a deck 74 ft wide.

Who owns Usr 20 over Maumee River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.