Bowen Road over Ir 475
GoodLucas County, Ohio · 0.19 Mi. E. of SR 51 · Structure no. 4808282
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 177 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,032
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Bowen Road over Ir 475 is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Bowen Road over Ir 475 in Lucas County, Ohio. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 1,032 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 102,044 by 2039. The structure is 177 ft (54 m) long and 42 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Bowen Road over Ir 475 built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is Bowen Road over Ir 475 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 Bowen Road over Ir 475 carry?
About 1,032 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Bowen Road over Ir 475?
The structure is 177 ft (54 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns Bowen Road over Ir 475?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.