M-18 over Tobacco River

Poor Condition87 years old6,100 vehicles/day

Location

StateMichigan
CountyGladwin
LocationIn Beaverton
CarriesM-18
CrossesTobacco River
Coordinates43.88432, -84.48616

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionPoor
Deck4 (Poor)
Superstructure5 (Fair)
Substructure5 (Fair)
Channel/Waterway8 (Very Good)
Scour Critical5 — Stable for scour

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length284.8 ft (86.8 m)
Max Span49.9 ft (15.2 m)
Deck Width51.2 ft (15.6 m)
Deck Area1354.1 sq m
Main Spans6
Year Built1939

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic6,100 (2011)
Truck Traffic3%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection524
Inspection FrequencyEvery 12 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000000002871

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