Old US-41 over Lateral Creek
GoodBaraga County, Michigan · 100 Ft S of US-41/M-28 · Structure no. 000000000013708
- Built
- 2022
- 3 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Wood or Timber
- Length
- 22 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 10
- 2013 count
- Owner
- State
- State Park, Forest, or Reservation Agency
About this bridge
Old US-41 over Lateral Creek is a wood or timber slab carrying Old US-41 over Lateral Creek in Baraga County, Michigan. It was built in 2022, so it is 3 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 10 vehicles a day, projected to reach 10 by 2033. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long and 16 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 7.5 mi (12 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Old US-41 over Lateral Creek built?
It was built in 2022, making it 3 years old in 2025.
What condition is Old US-41 over Lateral 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does Old US-41 over Lateral Creek carry?
About 10 vehicles per day (2013 count).
How long is Old US-41 over Lateral Creek?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 16 ft wide.
Who owns Old US-41 over Lateral Creek?
It is owned by the State Park, Forest, or Reservation Agency.