US Bridges

I-75 SB|US-23 SB over Mid Branch Pine River

Good

Arenac County, Michigan · 0.2 MI N of M-61 · Structure no. 000000000000414

Built
1968
57 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
30 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
7,138
2007 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I-75 SB|US-23 SB over Mid Branch Pine River is a steel culvert carrying I-75 SB|US-23 SB over Mid Branch Pine River in Arenac County, Michigan. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 years old, older 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 7,138 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,916 by 2018. The structure is 30 ft (9.2 m) long.

CarriesI-75 SB|US-23 SB
CrossesMid Branch Pine River
Location0.2 MI N of M-61
RouteInterstate 75
Coordinates43.98641, -84.0171
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

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 protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
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 adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating107.1 US tons
Inventory rating107.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length30 ft (9.2 m)
Longest span13 ft (3.9 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,138 (2007)
Projected traffic9,916 by 2018
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

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 I-75 SB|US-23 SB over Mid Branch Pine River built?

It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.

What condition is I-75 SB|US-23 SB over Mid Branch 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 I-75 SB|US-23 SB over Mid Branch Pine River carry?

About 7,138 vehicles per day (2007 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is I-75 SB|US-23 SB over Mid Branch Pine River?

The structure is 30 ft (9.2 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (3.9 m).

Who owns I-75 SB|US-23 SB over Mid Branch Pine River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.