US Bridges

Superior RD P651 over Pilgrim River

Good

Houghton County, Michigan · 2 MI S of Dodgeville · Structure no. 000000000003416

Built
2020
5 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
48 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
2,410
2020 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Superior RD P651 over Pilgrim River is a concrete culvert carrying Superior RD P651 over Pilgrim River in Houghton County, Michigan. It was built in 2020, so it is 5 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 2,410 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,353 by 2040. The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

CarriesSuperior RD P651
CrossesPilgrim River
Location2 MI S of Dodgeville
RouteCounty Highway 3141
Coordinates47.06209, -88.59631
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating58.5 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadGreater than HL 93
Structure length48 ft (14.6 m)
Longest span48 ft (14.6 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,410 (2020)
Projected traffic4,353 by 2040
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Superior RD P651 over Pilgrim River built?

It was built in 2020, making it 5 years old in 2025.

What condition is Superior RD P651 over Pilgrim 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does Superior RD P651 over Pilgrim River carry?

About 2,410 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Superior RD P651 over Pilgrim River?

The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long with a longest span of 48 ft (14.6 m).

Who owns Superior RD P651 over Pilgrim River?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.