US-2 over Cut River
FairMackinac County, Michigan · 4.3 MI NW of Brevort · Structure no. 000000000005935
- Built
- 1947
- 78 years old, rebuilt 2008
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Truss - Deck
- Steel
- Length
- 641 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,450
- 2017 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-2 over Cut River is a steel truss - deck carrying US-2 over Cut River in Mackinac County, Michigan. It was built in 1947 and reconstructed in 2008, so it is 78 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 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 4,450 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,925 by 2037. The structure is 641 ft (195.4 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 34.8 mi (56 km).
Location
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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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-2 over Cut River built?
It was built in 1947, making it 78 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2008.
What condition is US-2 over Cut 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does US-2 over Cut River carry?
About 4,450 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is US-2 over Cut River?
The structure is 641 ft (195.4 m) long with a longest span of 300 ft (91.4 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.
Who owns US-2 over Cut River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.