SR 189 over Ottawa River
GoodPutnam County, Ohio · 4.79 Mi. West of SR190 · Structure no. 6901417
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 200 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 630
- 2015 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 189 over Ottawa River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 189 over Ottawa 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 630 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 874 by 2035. The structure is 200 ft (61 m) long and 29 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 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. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 189 over Ottawa River built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 189 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 December 2024.
How much traffic does SR 189 over Ottawa River carry?
About 630 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is SR 189 over Ottawa River?
The structure is 200 ft (61 m) long with a longest span of 75 ft (22.9 m) and a deck 29 ft wide.
Who owns SR 189 over Ottawa River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.