Ir 75 over Ottawa River
GoodLucas County, Ohio · 300 Feet South Benore RD · Structure no. 4804686
- Built
- 1959
- 66 years old, rebuilt 1997
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 163 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 64,045
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ir 75 over Ottawa River is a concrete continuous slab carrying Ir 75 over Ottawa River in Lucas County, Ohio. It was built in 1959 and reconstructed in 1997, so it is 66 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 64,045 vehicles a day, roughly 23% of them trucks, projected to reach 84,493 by 2039. The structure is 163 ft (49.7 m) long and 119 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Ir 75 over Ottawa River built?
It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1997.
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 64,045 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 23% are trucks.
How long is Ir 75 over Ottawa River?
The structure is 163 ft (49.7 m) long with a longest span of 35 ft (10.7 m) and a deck 119 ft wide.
Who owns Ir 75 over Ottawa River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.