US Bridges

Estey RD over Tittabawasee River

FairPosted for load

Gladwin County, Michigan · 2.25 Miles E of M30 · Structure no. 000000000002898

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
204 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,793
2020 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Estey RD over Tittabawasee River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Estey RD over Tittabawasee River in Gladwin County, Michigan. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 6 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 1,793 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,885 by 2040. The structure is 204 ft (62.2 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).

Location

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CarriesEstey RD
CrossesTittabawasee River
Location2.25 Miles E of M30
RouteCounty Highway 2616
CountyGladwin County
StateMichigan
Coordinates43.8718, -84.3209
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating62.5 US tons
Inventory rating37.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length204 ft (62.2 m)
Longest span78 ft (23.7 m)
Deck width36 ft (10.9 m)
Roadway width32 ft (9.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,793 (2020)
Projected traffic1,885 by 2040
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed14.9 mi (24 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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 Estey RD over Tittabawasee River built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.

What condition is Estey RD over Tittabawasee 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does Estey RD over Tittabawasee River carry?

About 1,793 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Estey RD over Tittabawasee River?

The structure is 204 ft (62.2 m) long with a longest span of 78 ft (23.7 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.

Who owns Estey RD over Tittabawasee River?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.