Forest Road 3470 over South Branch Paint River
FairPosted for loadIron County, Michigan · 3.3 MI N of Beechwood · Structure no. 090703000001011
- Built
- 1952
- 73 years old, rebuilt 1995
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 50 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 50
- Owner
- Federal
- U.S. Forest Service
About this bridge
Forest Road 3470 over South Branch Paint River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Forest Road 3470 over South Branch Paint River in Iron County, Michigan. It was built in 1952 and reconstructed in 1995, so it is 73 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 50 vehicles a day, projected to reach 75 by 2045. The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long and 17 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 Forest Road 3470 over South Branch Paint River built?
It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1995.
What condition is Forest Road 3470 over South Branch Paint 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 2024.
How much traffic does Forest Road 3470 over South Branch Paint River carry?
About 50 vehicles per day (latest count).
How long is Forest Road 3470 over South Branch Paint River?
The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long with a longest span of 49 ft (14.9 m) and a deck 17 ft wide.
Who owns Forest Road 3470 over South Branch Paint River?
It is owned by the U.S. Forest Service.