US-41 over Big Creek
GoodMarquette County, Michigan · 2.1 MI SE of M-28 · Structure no. 000000000006512
- Built
- 1952
- 73 years old, rebuilt 2004
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 109 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,982
- 2007 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-41 over Big Creek is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US-41 over Big Creek in Marquette County, Michigan. It was built in 1952 and reconstructed in 2004, 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 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 6,982 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,422 by 2018. The structure is 109 ft (33.3 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.3 mi (31 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-41 over Big Creek built?
It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2004.
What condition is US-41 over Big Creek 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does US-41 over Big Creek carry?
About 6,982 vehicles per day (2007 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is US-41 over Big Creek?
The structure is 109 ft (33.3 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.3 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns US-41 over Big Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.