SR-707 over St. Marys River
GoodMercer County, Ohio · 2.78MI.S.OF Jct. SR-117 · Structure no. 5404142
- Built
- 1953
- 72 years old, rebuilt 1994
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 224 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 566
- 2015 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR-707 over St. Marys River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR-707 over St. Marys River in Mercer County, Ohio. It was built in 1953 and reconstructed in 1994, so it is 72 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 566 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 786 by 2035. The structure is 224 ft (68.3 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR-707 over St. Marys River built?
It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1994.
What condition is SR-707 over St. Marys 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does SR-707 over St. Marys River carry?
About 566 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is SR-707 over St. Marys River?
The structure is 224 ft (68.3 m) long with a longest span of 85 ft (25.9 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.
Who owns SR-707 over St. Marys River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.