FR 153 Basswood over Cooks Run River
PoorPosted for loadIron County, Michigan · 4.0 NW of Beechwood · Structure no. 000000000004186
- Built
- 1922
- 103 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 38 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 119
- 2000 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
FR 153 Basswood over Cooks Run River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FR 153 Basswood over Cooks Run River in Iron County, Michigan. It was built in 1922, so it is 103 years old, older than the Michigan average of 48.3 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 119 vehicles a day, projected to reach 137 by 2020. The structure is 38 ft (11.5 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FR 153 Basswood over Cooks Run River built?
It was built in 1922, making it 103 years old in 2025.
What condition is FR 153 Basswood over Cooks Run River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in September 2024.
How much traffic does FR 153 Basswood over Cooks Run River carry?
About 119 vehicles per day (2000 count).
How long is FR 153 Basswood over Cooks Run River?
The structure is 38 ft (11.5 m) long with a longest span of 36 ft (10.9 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.
Who owns FR 153 Basswood over Cooks Run River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.