Us-2 over Black River

Fair Condition79 years old5,286 vehicles/day

Location

StateMichigan
CountyGogebic
Location2.0 Mi E Of Bessemer
CarriesUs-2
CrossesBlack River
Coordinates46.48260, -89.99955

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length180.1 ft (54.9 m)
Max Span59.1 ft (18 m)
Deck Width86.0 ft (26.2 m)
Deck Area1438.4 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1947 (reconstructed 2005)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic5,286 (2007)
Truck Traffic11%
Lanes On Bridge5

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection523
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000000002946

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