US Bridges

Ir 75 over Ottawa River

Good

Lucas County, Ohio · Over Ottawa River · Structure no. 4803582

Built
2017
8 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
267 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
81,060
2014 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ir 75 over Ottawa River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ir 75 over Ottawa River in Lucas County, Ohio. It was built in 2017, so it is 8 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 81,060 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 83,380 by 2034. The structure is 267 ft (81.4 m) long and 93 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesIr 75
CrossesOttawa River
LocationOver Ottawa River
RouteInterstate 75
StateOhio
Coordinates41.67917, -83.57222
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

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.
Superstructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Substructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating83.9 US tons
Inventory rating33.6 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length267 ft (81.4 m)
Longest span87 ft (26.5 m)
Deck width93 ft (28.2 m)
Roadway width90 ft (27.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic81,060 (2014)
Projected traffic83,380 by 2034
Trucks20%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate 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 Ir 75 over Ottawa River built?

It was built in 2017, making it 8 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ir 75 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does Ir 75 over Ottawa River carry?

About 81,060 vehicles per day (2014 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.

How long is Ir 75 over Ottawa River?

The structure is 267 ft (81.4 m) long with a longest span of 87 ft (26.5 m) and a deck 93 ft wide.

Who owns Ir 75 over Ottawa River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.