US-2 over Black River
FairGogebic County, Michigan · 2.0 MI E of Bessemer · Structure no. 000000000002946
- Built
- 1947
- 78 years old, rebuilt 2005
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 180 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,286
- 2007 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-2 over Black River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US-2 over Black River in Gogebic County, Michigan. It was built in 1947 and reconstructed in 2005, so it is 78 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.
It carries about 5,286 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 820,000 by 2026. The structure is 180 ft (54.9 m) long and 86 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.2 mi (26 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 Black River built?
It was built in 1947, making it 78 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2005.
What condition is US-2 over Black 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does US-2 over Black River carry?
About 5,286 vehicles per day (2007 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is US-2 over Black River?
The structure is 180 ft (54.9 m) long with a longest span of 59 ft (18 m) and a deck 86 ft wide.
Who owns US-2 over Black River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.