M-62 over Dowagiac River

Fair Condition73 years old5,743 vehicles/day

Location

StateMichigan
CountyCass
Location2.3 Mi W Of Dowagiac
CarriesM-62
CrossesDowagiac River
Coordinates41.98404, -86.16613

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway5 (Fair)
Scour Critical3 — Scour critical

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length60.0 ft (18.3 m)
Max Span57.1 ft (17.4 m)
Deck Width43.3 ft (13.2 m)
Deck Area241.6 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1953

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic5,743 (2012)
Truck Traffic4%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection423
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000000001429

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