Elm Lane over Black River
PoorPosted for loadGogebic County, Michigan · Sec 34 Bessemer Twp · Structure no. 000000000003001
- Built
- 1940
- 85 years old, rebuilt 2003
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 65 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 10
- 1998 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Elm Lane over Black River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Elm Lane over Black River in Gogebic County, Michigan. It was built in 1940 and reconstructed in 2003, so it is 85 years old, older than the Michigan average of 48.3 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 2 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 10 vehicles a day, projected to reach 10 by 2018. The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long and 16 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 124.9 mi (201 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 2 Critical | Advanced deterioration of primary structural elements. Bridge may be closed until corrective action is taken. |
| 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 Elm Lane over Black River built?
It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2003.
What condition is Elm Lane over Black River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in September 2024.
How much traffic does Elm Lane over Black River carry?
About 10 vehicles per day (1998 count).
How long is Elm Lane over Black River?
The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long with a longest span of 17 ft (5.1 m) and a deck 16 ft wide.
Who owns Elm Lane over Black River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.