Lake Shore Drive over Black River
FairGogebic County, Michigan · W Shore of Sunday Lake · Structure no. 000000000003043
- Built
- 1992
- 33 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 46 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,130
- 1991 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Lake Shore Drive over Black River is a concrete culvert carrying Lake Shore Drive over Black River in Gogebic County, Michigan. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 years old, younger 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 5 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 1,130 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,000 by 2010. The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 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 Lake Shore Drive over Black River built?
It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.
What condition is Lake Shore Drive 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does Lake Shore Drive over Black River carry?
About 1,130 vehicles per day (1991 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Lake Shore Drive over Black River?
The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Lake Shore Drive over Black River?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.