US-2 over Whitefish River
FairDelta County, Michigan · 1.1 MI E of Rapid River · Structure no. 000000000002091
- Built
- 1936
- 89 years old, rebuilt 1968
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 300 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,343
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-2 over Whitefish River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US-2 over Whitefish River in Delta County, Michigan. It was built in 1936 and reconstructed in 1968, so it is 89 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.
It carries about 7,343 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,444 by 2020. The structure is 300 ft (91.4 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 49.7 mi (80 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-2 over Whitefish River built?
It was built in 1936, making it 89 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1968.
What condition is US-2 over Whitefish 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does US-2 over Whitefish River carry?
About 7,343 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is US-2 over Whitefish River?
The structure is 300 ft (91.4 m) long with a longest span of 59 ft (17.9 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.
Who owns US-2 over Whitefish River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.