Lakeshore Drive over M Bayou Hamlin Lake

Fair Condition56 years old3,000 vehicles/day

Location

StateMichigan
CountyMason
Location5 Mi N Of Ludington
CarriesLakeshore Drive
CrossesM Bayou Hamlin Lake
Coordinates44.02822, -86.45645

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck9 (Excellent)
Superstructure8 (Very Good)
Substructure5 (Fair)
Channel/Waterway8 (Very Good)
Scour Critical5 — Stable for scour

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length23.0 ft (7 m)
Max Span21.0 ft (6.4 m)
Deck Width32.2 ft (9.8 m)
Deck Area68.6 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1970 (reconstructed 2024)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic3,000 (1997)
Truck Traffic10%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last InspectionNovember 2024
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000000006675

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