M-26 over Owls Creek Buried
GoodKeweenaw County, Michigan · 4.5 MI NE of Eagle River · Structure no. 000000000005261
- Built
- 1948
- 77 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 849
- 2007 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
M-26 over Owls Creek Buried is a concrete culvert carrying M-26 over Owls Creek Buried in Keweenaw County, Michigan. It was built in 1948, so it is 77 years old, older 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.
It carries about 849 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 507 by 2018. The structure is 23 ft (6.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.8 mi (27 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was M-26 over Owls Creek Buried built?
It was built in 1948, making it 77 years old in 2025.
What condition is M-26 over Owls Creek Buried 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does M-26 over Owls Creek Buried carry?
About 849 vehicles per day (2007 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is M-26 over Owls Creek Buried?
The structure is 23 ft (6.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns M-26 over Owls Creek Buried?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.