Old US-2 over Black River
GoodGogebic County, Michigan · Sec 13 Bessemer Twp · Structure no. 000000000002975
- Built
- 1991
- 34 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Box Beam or Girders - Multiple
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 65 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 1,111
- 1998 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Old US-2 over Black River is a prestressed concrete box beam or girders - multiple carrying Old US-2 over Black River in Gogebic County, Michigan. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 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 1,111 vehicles a day, roughly 40% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,300 by 2018. The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long and 37 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Old US-2 over Black River built?
It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.
What condition is Old US-2 over Black 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does Old US-2 over Black River carry?
About 1,111 vehicles per day (1998 count), of which roughly 40% are trucks.
How long is Old US-2 over Black River?
The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long with a longest span of 63 ft (19.2 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.
Who owns Old US-2 over Black River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.