US Bridges

Ir 280 over Maumee River and RR

Fair

Lucas County, Ohio · Vgcs Main Span @ Maumee R · Structure no. 4805909

Built
2007
18 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected September 2024
Type
Stayed Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
1,525 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
57,927
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ir 280 over Maumee River and RR is a prestressed concrete continuous stayed girder carrying Ir 280 over Maumee River and RR in Lucas County, Ohio. It was built in 2007, so it is 18 years old, younger than the Ohio average of 47.3 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 57,927 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 80,403 by 2035. The structure is 1,525 ft (464.8 m) long and 130 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

Location

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CarriesIr 280
CrossesMaumee River and RR
LocationVgcs Main Span @ Maumee R
RouteInterstate 280
CountyLucas County
StateOhio
Coordinates41.65901, -83.51028
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating82.1 US tons
Inventory rating46.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStayed Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckOther
Main spans4
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length1,525 ft (464.8 m)
Longest span613 ft (186.8 m)
Deck width130 ft (39.6 m)
Roadway width127 ft (38.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic57,927 (2015)
Projected traffic80,403 by 2035
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad and waterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 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—
NavigationNavigation control on waterway (bridge permit required)

Frequently asked questions

When was Ir 280 over Maumee River and RR built?

It was built in 2007, making it 18 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ir 280 over Maumee River and RR in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in September 2024.

How much traffic does Ir 280 over Maumee River and RR carry?

About 57,927 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is Ir 280 over Maumee River and RR?

The structure is 1,525 ft (464.8 m) long with a longest span of 613 ft (186.8 m) and a deck 130 ft wide.

Who owns Ir 280 over Maumee River and RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.