US-41 over Pilgrim River
FairHoughton County, Michigan · 2.8 MI SE of Houghton · Structure no. 000000000003405
- Built
- 1916
- 109 years old, rebuilt 1942
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Other
- Concrete
- Length
- 54 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 5,543
- 2007 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-41 over Pilgrim River is a concrete other carrying US-41 over Pilgrim River in Houghton County, Michigan. It was built in 1916 and reconstructed in 1942, so it is 109 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 5,543 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,142 by 2018. The structure is 54 ft (16.5 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.9 mi (40 km).
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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-41 over Pilgrim River built?
It was built in 1916, making it 109 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1942.
What condition is US-41 over Pilgrim 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does US-41 over Pilgrim River carry?
About 5,543 vehicles per day (2007 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is US-41 over Pilgrim River?
The structure is 54 ft (16.5 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns US-41 over Pilgrim River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.