US Bridges

SR 189 First ST over Auglaize River #

Good

Putnam County, Ohio · SR 189 · Structure no. 6901328

Built
1964
61 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
239 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,531
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 189 First ST over Auglaize River # is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 189 First ST over Auglaize River # in Putnam County, Ohio. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 1,531 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,125 by 2035. The structure is 239 ft (72.8 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

CarriesSR 189 First ST
CrossesAuglaize River #
LocationSR 189
RouteState Highway 189
StateOhio
Coordinates40.90263, -84.29649
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionDecember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating50 US tons
Inventory rating39.2 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length239 ft (72.8 m)
Longest span90 ft (27.4 m)
Deck width30 ft (9 m)
Roadway width25 ft (7.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,531 (2015)
Projected traffic2,125 by 2035
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$80,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 189 First ST over Auglaize River # built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 189 First ST over Auglaize 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 2023.

How much traffic does SR 189 First ST over Auglaize River # carry?

About 1,531 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is SR 189 First ST over Auglaize River #?

The structure is 239 ft (72.8 m) long with a longest span of 90 ft (27.4 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.

Who owns SR 189 First ST over Auglaize River #?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.