US Bridges

US-2|US-41|M-35 over Escanaba River

Good

Delta County, Michigan · 3.6 MI N of Escanaba · Structure no. 000000000002085

Built
2016
9 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
374 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
21,906
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-2|US-41|M-35 over Escanaba River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US-2|US-41|M-35 over Escanaba River in Delta County, Michigan. It was built in 2016, so it is 9 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 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 21,906 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks. The structure is 374 ft (114 m) long and 98 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 34.8 mi (56 km).

CarriesUS-2|US-41|M-35
CrossesEscanaba River
Location3.6 MI N of Escanaba
RouteU.S. Route 2
Coordinates45.79483, -87.07799
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating66.8 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadGreater than HL 93
Structure length374 ft (114 m)
Longest span124 ft (37.7 m)
Deck width98 ft (30 m)
Roadway width80 ft (24.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic21,906 (2022)
Projected traffic—
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed34.8 mi (56 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedDeck replacement with only incidental widening
Estimated improvement cost$249,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US-2|US-41|M-35 over Escanaba River built?

It was built in 2016, making it 9 years old in 2025.

What condition is US-2|US-41|M-35 over Escanaba 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does US-2|US-41|M-35 over Escanaba River carry?

About 21,906 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is US-2|US-41|M-35 over Escanaba River?

The structure is 374 ft (114 m) long with a longest span of 124 ft (37.7 m) and a deck 98 ft wide.

Who owns US-2|US-41|M-35 over Escanaba River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.