Glassman Road over Galien River
FairPosted for loadBerrien County, Michigan · 4 MI NW of New Buffalo · Structure no. 000000000001019
- Built
- 1908
- 117 years old, rebuilt 1997
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 65 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 35
- 2012 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Glassman Road over Galien River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Glassman Road over Galien River in Berrien County, Michigan. It was built in 1908 and reconstructed in 1997, so it is 117 years old, older than the Michigan average of 48.3 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 35 vehicles a day, projected to reach 100 by 2032. The structure is 65 ft (19.7 m) long and 25 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.2 mi (158 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Glassman Road over Galien River built?
It was built in 1908, making it 117 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1997.
What condition is Glassman Road over Galien River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in July 2024.
How much traffic does Glassman Road over Galien River carry?
About 35 vehicles per day (2012 count).
How long is Glassman Road over Galien River?
The structure is 65 ft (19.7 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.2 m) and a deck 25 ft wide.
Who owns Glassman Road over Galien River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.