SR 709 over Little Auglaize River
FairVan Wert County, Ohio · 2.5 MI W of JCT SR116 · Structure no. 8102902
- Built
- 1991
- 34 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Box Beam or Girders - Multiple
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 121 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 214
- 2015 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 709 over Little Auglaize River is a prestressed concrete continuous box beam or girders - multiple carrying SR 709 over Little Auglaize River in Van Wert County, Ohio. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 years old, younger than the Ohio average of 47.3 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 214 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 297 by 2035. The structure is 121 ft (36.9 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 709 over Little Auglaize River built?
It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 709 over Little Auglaize River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in September 2024.
How much traffic does SR 709 over Little Auglaize River carry?
About 214 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is SR 709 over Little Auglaize River?
The structure is 121 ft (36.9 m) long with a longest span of 37 ft (11.3 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns SR 709 over Little Auglaize River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.