Ir 475 over Ottawa River
GoodLucas County, Ohio · 1.17 Mi. E. of Usr 23 · Structure no. 4808010
- Built
- 1969
- 56 years old, rebuilt 2006
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 176 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 63,957
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ir 475 over Ottawa River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ir 475 over Ottawa River in Lucas County, Ohio. It was built in 1969 and reconstructed in 2006, so it is 56 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 63,957 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 81,448 by 2039. The structure is 176 ft (53.6 m) long and 86 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Ir 475 over Ottawa River built?
It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2006.
What condition is Ir 475 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 475 over Ottawa River carry?
About 63,957 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is Ir 475 over Ottawa River?
The structure is 176 ft (53.6 m) long with a longest span of 67 ft (20.4 m) and a deck 86 ft wide.
Who owns Ir 475 over Ottawa River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.