US Bridges

I-75 over S Br Big Munuscong River

Good

Chippewa County, Michigan · 0.1 MI N of Mile Post 375 · Structure no. 000000000001573

Built
1962
63 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
32 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
4,092
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I-75 over S Br Big Munuscong River is a steel culvert carrying I-75 over S Br Big Munuscong River in Chippewa County, Michigan. It was built in 1962, so it is 63 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 4,092 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,706 by 2035. The structure is 32 ft (9.9 m) long.

CarriesI-75
CrossesS Br Big Munuscong River
Location0.1 MI N of Mile Post 375
RouteInterstate 75
Coordinates46.25141, -84.54424
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 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 spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length32 ft (9.9 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,092 (2015)
Projected traffic4,706 by 2035
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-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 over S Br Big Munuscong River built?

It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025.

What condition is I-75 over S Br Big Munuscong 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does I-75 over S Br Big Munuscong River carry?

About 4,092 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is I-75 over S Br Big Munuscong River?

The structure is 32 ft (9.9 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.5 m).

Who owns I-75 over S Br Big Munuscong River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.