M-18 over S Br Little Sugar River
GoodGladwin County, Michigan · 2.2 MI SE of Oberlin · Structure no. 000000000002877
- Built
- 1923
- 102 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 27 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 5,963
- 2007 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
M-18 over S Br Little Sugar River is a concrete tee beam carrying M-18 over S Br Little Sugar River in Gladwin County, Michigan. It was built in 1923, so it is 102 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 5,963 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,919 by 2018. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 M-18 over S Br Little Sugar River built?
It was built in 1923, making it 102 years old in 2025.
What condition is M-18 over S Br Little Sugar 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does M-18 over S Br Little Sugar River carry?
About 5,963 vehicles per day (2007 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is M-18 over S Br Little Sugar River?
The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 27 ft (8.2 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns M-18 over S Br Little Sugar River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.