US Bridges

Usr 224 over Ottawa River #

Good

Putnam County, Ohio · W.Edge of Kalida · Structure no. 6901670

Built
1998
27 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
206 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
5,689
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Usr 224 over Ottawa River # is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Usr 224 over Ottawa River # in Putnam County, Ohio. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 years old, younger 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 5,689 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,896 by 2035. The structure is 206 ft (62.7 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

CarriesUsr 224
CrossesOttawa River #
LocationW.Edge of Kalida
RouteU.S. Route 224
StateOhio
Coordinates40.97983, -84.2035
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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.
Superstructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Substructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionDecember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating42.9 US tons
Inventory rating32.2 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length206 ft (62.7 m)
Longest span78 ft (23.9 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.4 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,689 (2015)
Projected traffic7,896 by 2035
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Usr 224 over Ottawa River # built?

It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.

What condition is Usr 224 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 Usr 224 over Ottawa River # carry?

About 5,689 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is Usr 224 over Ottawa River #?

The structure is 206 ft (62.7 m) long with a longest span of 78 ft (23.9 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns Usr 224 over Ottawa River #?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.