US Bridges

Usr 23 over Ottawa River

Good

Lucas County, Ohio · 0.22 Mi. S. of SR 51 · Structure no. 4801261

Built
1962
63 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
106 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
23,989
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Usr 23 over Ottawa River is a concrete continuous slab carrying Usr 23 over Ottawa River in Lucas County, Ohio. It was built in 1962, so it is 63 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 23,989 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 26,500 by 2039. The structure is 106 ft (32.3 m) long and 73 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUsr 23
CrossesOttawa River
Location0.22 Mi. S. of SR 51
RouteU.S. Route 23
StateOhio
Coordinates41.71185, -83.68845
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating42.9 US tons
Inventory rating25 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length106 ft (32.3 m)
Longest span40 ft (12.2 m)
Deck width73 ft (22.1 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic23,989 (2019)
Projected traffic26,500 by 2039
Trucks19%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

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 23 over Ottawa River built?

It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025.

What condition is Usr 23 over Ottawa 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does Usr 23 over Ottawa River carry?

About 23,989 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.

How long is Usr 23 over Ottawa River?

The structure is 106 ft (32.3 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 73 ft wide.

Who owns Usr 23 over Ottawa River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.