US Bridges

Sturman RD over Saganing Creek

GoodPosted for load

Arenac County, Michigan · 0.2 MI N of Worth RD · Structure no. 000000000000429

Built
1961
64 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
52 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
718
1998 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Sturman RD over Saganing Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Sturman RD over Saganing Creek in Arenac County, Michigan. It was built in 1961, so it is 64 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 718 vehicles a day, projected to reach 370 by 1977. The structure is 52 ft (15.8 m) long and 29 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesSturman RD
CrossesSaganing Creek
Location0.2 MI N of Worth RD
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyArenac County
StateMichigan
Coordinates43.92814, -83.91115
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating50.4 US tons
Inventory rating30.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length52 ft (15.8 m)
Longest span50 ft (15.2 m)
Deck width29 ft (8.8 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic718 (1998)
Projected traffic370 by 1977
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$65,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Sturman RD over Saganing Creek built?

It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.

What condition is Sturman RD over Saganing Creek 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does Sturman RD over Saganing Creek carry?

About 718 vehicles per day (1998 count).

How long is Sturman RD over Saganing Creek?

The structure is 52 ft (15.8 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 29 ft wide.

Who owns Sturman RD over Saganing Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.