Monroe Street over Ottawa River
GoodLucas County, Ohio · 0.01 Mile N. of S. Cove · Structure no. 4805313
- Built
- 1961
- 64 years old, rebuilt 2016
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 133 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 14,971
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Monroe Street over Ottawa River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Monroe Street over Ottawa River in Lucas County, Ohio. It was built in 1961 and reconstructed in 2016, so it is 64 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 14,971 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 26,082 by 2039. The structure is 133 ft (40.5 m) long and 68 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Monroe Street over Ottawa River built?
It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2016.
What condition is Monroe Street 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 December 2024.
How much traffic does Monroe Street over Ottawa River carry?
About 14,971 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Monroe Street over Ottawa River?
The structure is 133 ft (40.5 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 68 ft wide.
Who owns Monroe Street over Ottawa River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.