M-38 over Sturgeon River

Fair Condition70 years old2,977 vehicles/day

Location

StateMichigan
CountyBaraga
Location6.6 Mi W Of Baraga
CarriesM-38
CrossesSturgeon River
Coordinates46.78273, -88.61787

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway5 (Fair)
Scour Critical3 — Scour critical

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length189.0 ft (57.6 m)
Max Span69.9 ft (21.3 m)
Deck Width35.4 ft (10.8 m)
Deck Area622.1 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1956

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic2,977 (2007)
Truck Traffic3%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection923
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000000000500

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