US Bridges

US-23|W Huron RD over N Br Pine River

Good

Arenac County, Michigan · 1.8 MI NE of Standish · Structure no. 000000000000388

Built
2001
24 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
38 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
9,170
2007 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-23|W Huron RD over N Br Pine River is a concrete culvert carrying US-23|W Huron RD over N Br Pine River in Arenac County, Michigan. It was built in 2001, so it is 24 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 9,170 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,537 by 2018. The structure is 38 ft (11.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesUS-23|W Huron RD
CrossesN Br Pine River
Location1.8 MI NE of Standish
RouteU.S. Route 23
Coordinates44.00155, -83.93764
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating107.1 US tons
Inventory rating65.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length38 ft (11.7 m)
Longest span36 ft (11 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,170 (2007)
Projected traffic11,537 by 2018
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US-23|W Huron RD over N Br Pine River built?

It was built in 2001, making it 24 years old in 2025.

What condition is US-23|W Huron RD over N Br Pine 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does US-23|W Huron RD over N Br Pine River carry?

About 9,170 vehicles per day (2007 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is US-23|W Huron RD over N Br Pine River?

The structure is 38 ft (11.7 m) long with a longest span of 36 ft (11 m).

Who owns US-23|W Huron RD over N Br Pine River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.