US-41 over Cherry Creek
FairMarquette County, Michigan · 0.9 MI SE of M-28 · Structure no. 000000000006511
- Built
- 1952
- 73 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 24 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 6,982
- 2007 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-41 over Cherry Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying US-41 over Cherry Creek in Marquette County, Michigan. It was built in 1952, 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.
It carries about 6,982 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,422 by 2018. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long and 75 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-41 over Cherry Creek built?
It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-41 over Cherry Creek 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 US-41 over Cherry Creek carry?
About 6,982 vehicles per day (2007 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is US-41 over Cherry Creek?
The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 23 ft (6.9 m) and a deck 75 ft wide.
Who owns US-41 over Cherry Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.