US-41 over Bayou & Blk Water Creek
PoorBaraga County, Michigan · 2.1 MI SE of Baraga · Structure no. 000000000000485
- Built
- 1933
- 92 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 27 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,182
- 2007 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-41 over Bayou & Blk Water Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US-41 over Bayou & Blk Water Creek in Baraga County, Michigan. It was built in 1933, so it is 92 years old, older than the Michigan average of 48.3 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 5,182 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,656 by 2018. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 49.7 mi (80 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-41 over Bayou & Blk Water Creek built?
It was built in 1933, making it 92 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-41 over Bayou & Blk Water Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in August 2024.
How much traffic does US-41 over Bayou & Blk Water Creek carry?
About 5,182 vehicles per day (2007 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is US-41 over Bayou & Blk Water Creek?
The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.2 m).
Who owns US-41 over Bayou & Blk Water Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.