Betsie River Road over Betsie River
GoodGrand Traverse County, Michigan · 1.3 M NW of Karlin · Structure no. 000000000003057
- Built
- 1973
- 52 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 25 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 532
- 2019 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Betsie River Road over Betsie River is a steel culvert carrying Betsie River Road over Betsie River in Grand Traverse County, Michigan. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 years old, older 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 532 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 600 by 2030. The structure is 25 ft (7.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Betsie River Road over Betsie River built?
It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.
What condition is Betsie River Road over Betsie 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does Betsie River Road over Betsie River carry?
About 532 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.
How long is Betsie River Road over Betsie River?
The structure is 25 ft (7.5 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.5 m).
Who owns Betsie River Road over Betsie River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.