Poyhonen Road over Misery River
GoodPosted for loadHoughton County, Michigan · 1.5 NW/M-26 near Wyandott · Structure no. 000000000013712
- Built
- 2004
- 21 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 41 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 5
- 2004 count
- Owner
- State
- State Park, Forest, or Reservation Agency
About this bridge
Poyhonen Road over Misery River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Poyhonen Road over Misery River in Houghton County, Michigan. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 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 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 5 vehicles a day, projected to reach 7 by 2024. The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long and 16 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Poyhonen Road over Misery River built?
It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.
What condition is Poyhonen Road over Misery 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 Poyhonen Road over Misery River carry?
About 5 vehicles per day (2004 count).
How long is Poyhonen Road over Misery River?
The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.1 m) and a deck 16 ft wide.
Who owns Poyhonen Road over Misery River?
It is owned by the State Park, Forest, or Reservation Agency.