Usfs RTE 2473 over Big Indian River
GoodAlger County, Michigan · 0.5 MI W of Mirror Lake · Structure no. 091003000003023
- Built
- 2005
- 20 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Wood or Timber
- Length
- 32 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 50
- 2004 count
- Owner
- Federal
- U.S. Forest Service
About this bridge
Usfs RTE 2473 over Big Indian River is a wood or timber arch - deck carrying Usfs RTE 2473 over Big Indian River in Alger County, Michigan. It was built in 2005, so it is 20 years old, younger than the Michigan average of 48.3 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 50 vehicles a day, projected to reach 75 by 2045. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 620.7 mi (999 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Usfs RTE 2473 over Big Indian River built?
It was built in 2005, making it 20 years old in 2025.
What condition is Usfs RTE 2473 over Big Indian River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in September 2024.
How much traffic does Usfs RTE 2473 over Big Indian River carry?
About 50 vehicles per day (2004 count).
How long is Usfs RTE 2473 over Big Indian River?
The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 31 ft (9.4 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.
Who owns Usfs RTE 2473 over Big Indian River?
It is owned by the U.S. Forest Service.